About the Opportunity

We are seeking skilled and safety-focused Welders to join our team, contributing to high-quality welding projects within a fast-paced environment. In this role, you will be responsible for completing all aspects of welding and general works efficiently, ensuring tasks are delivered on time, to specification, and to the highest standard.

Due to consistent project demand and ongoing workflow, we have regular monthly recruitment cycles, offering stable, continuous opportunities for skilled Welders to join our growing team.

About Austal

Austal is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam.

Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We’re driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers.

Learn more at austal.com/ssa

This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.

What’s Involved

Understand, accept and complete tasks in full
Take ownership and respect for tools and equipment
Initiate improvements to how work is done
Negotiate and agree realistic timeframes, then deliver on them
Understand and deliver to quality standards
Hold self and others accountable, and drive improvement
Understand and comply with HSE standards
Hold self and others accountable
Promote a 'safety first' culture by assessing risks
Improve HSE performance
Reduce waste

You’ll Need

Essential:

Experience in one or more of the following:
MIG (GMAW)
TIG (GTAW)
Stick (SMAW)
Flux-cored (FCAW)
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Capable of performing work in a safe and acceptable manner
Read and interpret technical drawings
Work to strict codes and tolerances
Possesses good time management skills and ability to meet targets set by the supervisor

Desirable:

Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade (MEM30319 or equivalent)

Why Join Us?

Competitive compensation and benefits package
Professional development and training opportunities
A supportive and dynamic work environment
Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation

At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply.

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