Welder Special Class
Core
Special Class Welder performing high-quality welding on fabrication and maintenance projects to Australian Standards in a heavy engineering workshop.
Role type
Special Class Welder (IC)
Builds
Steel components and maintenance repairs for energy, resources, infrastructure, marine, and defence sectors
Domain
Heavy Engineering / Construction / Energy & Resources
Required skills
FCAW, GTAW, GMAW (STT) welding techniques, reading engineering drawings, visual weld inspection, overhead crane operation, Australian Welding Standards compliance
Preferred skills
LF & DG licenses, Defence force experience, ability to operate specialised machinery
Technologies
FCAW, GTAW, GMAW (STT), overhead cranes
Responsibilities
Apply welding techniques including FCAW, GTAW, and GMAW (STT); Interpret engineering and detail fabrication drawings; Mark out steel components; Conduct visual inspection of welds; Complete 6G weld tests; Operate workshop overhead crane safely; Maintain consumables and welding equipment; Ensure compliance with current Australian Welding Standards
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC