Boilermaker

Great opportunity - Our client, Australia's largest and most successful vehicle body builder, is seeking to appoint experienced Boilermakers / Welders. Based in Melbourne south-eastern suburbs,. 9-day fortnight - Full-time hours - Casual Rates!!

Benefits:

• Possibility  of Permanency 
• 9-day Fortnight
• Employee Recognition Program & Service Awards
• Career Development Opportunities
• On-going Full-time Hours - Casual Rates
• Employee Assistance Program for Staff & Family Members

Key Responsibilities:

• Constructing framework sections in metal and other materials using shaping machines and cutting and welding equipment
• Bolting, screwing, riveting and welding sections together to form complete frameworks
• Cutting and shaping panels of sheet metal, aluminum and reinforced plastic and attaching to frameworks using hand and power tools
• Modifying assembly line vehicles to special requirements
• Preparing new vehicle trim work according to drawings and sketches, and removing old coverings and fittings from vehicles and taking new measurements
• Selecting and cutting pieces of fabric, vinyl and leather and sewing pieces together using heavy-duty sewing machines
• Installing internal trim in vehicles such as lining, floor coverings and armrests
• Plastic repair works
• Panel, paint repairs
• Attaching door trims, rubber seals, locks and handles
• Studying blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine job requirements
• 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
• Aligning parts to be joined using hand tools and measuring instruments
• Joining metal sections using various welding techniques, bolting and riveting
• Examining welds for width of bead, penetration and precision
• Cleaning and smoothing welds by filing, chiseling and grinding.
• Use tools to make or repair parts and products
• Framing and fitting hardware based on different on specifications
• Work with others of the line
• Keep a clean and tidy workspace
• Identify and defective items and handle according to established procedures
• Follow all relevant safety guidelines and procedures
• Read and interpret drawings and written instructions

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Qualified in Certificate III or IV in Engineering (Fabrication) or equivalent.
• Previous exposure and experience in a vehicle manufacturing, coach body building or truck manufacturing
• Applicants with previous experience in Chassis/Construction, Fabrication, coach and body building, sheet metal work would highly be advantageous

This position also requires the applicant to undertake a pre-employment medical which includes a drug and alcohol analysis, musculoskeletal evaluation and hearing test

Applicants must have the right to work and live in Australia

If you are looking for a great opportunity and possess the skills & experience required - please apply now or contact me directly at Office 03 90 697 | Email jess.wilson@rprtrades.com

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