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Tradestaff

Fitter/ Welder

  • Posted yesterday
  • On Site
  • Full Time
Salary

$30  -  $35 /hr


Job Description

Fitter-Welder Wanted – Opportunities with Tradestaff

Are you an experienced Fitter-Welder looking for a new challenge?

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Tradestaff have a variety of Fitter-Welder jobs across the Bay of Plenty region. Bay of Plenty will be the predominate area of work for this role – however you may also be required to work in the Waikato and Hawkes Bay Regions. This will be discussed further with the successful applicant.

We are looking for Fitter-Welders with background knowledge and experience with the following (but are not limited to):

  • studying drawings and specifications to determine suitable material, method and sequence of operations, and machine settings
  • fitting fabricated metal parts into products and assembling metal parts and subassemblies to produce machines and equipment
  • checking fabricated and assembled metal parts for accuracy, clearance and fit using precision measuring instruments
  • forming metal stock and castings to fine tolerances using machining tools to press, cut, grind, plane, bore and drill metal
  • cutting, threading, bending and installing hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines
  • diagnosing faults and performing operational maintenance of machines, and overhauling and repairing mechanical parts and fluid power equipment
  • may erect machines and equipment on-site
  • cutting marked-out metal sections and shapes using hand tools, flame cutting torches and metal cutting machines
  • shaping and bending metal sections and pipes using hand and machine tools, and by heating and hammering
  • repairs to metal products and structures using various welding techniques.
  • joining metal sections using various welding techniques, bolting and riveting
  • examining welds for width of bead, penetration and precision


Ideally, you will be or have:

  • Minimum 3+ years’ experience
  • Trade qualifications preferred however scope and length of experience may substitute for the formal qualification
  • Your own tools
  • Own reliable transport
  • At least 2 work references
  • 100% commitment to Health & Safety
  • Able to pass a pre-employment drug test
  • Class 1 preferred but not essential


In return we offer competitive rates of pay, varied and challenging work, regular hours with a guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week, as well as long-term opportunities.

Minimum pay range $28-$35 depending on experience


Hard Skills Required

  • Surface Preparation
  • Painting Techniques
  • Safety Compliance
  • Varnishing & Finishing
  • Site Safe Certification

Soft Skills Required

  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Independence
  • Team Collaboration
  • Problem Solving

Benefits and Perks

  • Work-Life Balance Support
  • 📈
    Professional Development
  • 🏎
    Competitive Salary
  • Care and Appreciation

Job Schedule

  • Shift Work
  • Monday to Friday

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