Welders (First Class)

Global Vision Recruitment on behalf of Pacifico (Aust) Pty Ltd T/A Pacifico Structural Steel

Date Posted: 13 October 2026

Position: Welders (First Class)

Salary: $79,000 – $85,000 per annum plus 12% superannuation

Hours: 38 hours per week

Mode: Full-time

Location: 13 Endeavour Crt, Dandenong South VIC 3175

Experience required: Minimum 1 year experience as a Welder or in a similar role

Role Overview

We are seeking two experienced Welder to join our expanding team. This role is ideal for a skilled tradesperson who is confident working across metal fabrication, welding, structural steel assembly, machinery repairs, and on-site installation projects. You will contribute directly to delivering durable, high-quality metalwork solutions that meet client specifications, safety requirements, and industry standards

Duties and Responsibilities (but not limited to):

• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, weld symbols, and specifications to determine joint configurations, welding processes, consumables, materials, and equipment required.
• Perform welding using a range of techniques including MIG (GMAW), TIG (GTAW), MMA (stick/SMAW), spot, continuous and coded welding on stainless steel, aluminium, mild and galvanised steel.
• Carry out auto pulse welding on stainless steel components and assemblies in line with Rainbow Powder Coating’s production standards.
• Prepare materials prior to welding by cutting, grinding, bevelling, cleaning, tack-welding, and aligning parts using hand tools and measuring instruments.
• Fabricate and weld industrial ducting, dust and fume collection equipment, cyclone extractors, fume arms, enclosures, cabinets, benches, platforms and structural steel assemblies in compliance with relevant Australian Standards (including AS/NZS 1554 for welding and AS 4254 for ductwork).
• Join and assemble sheetmetal and structural steel components using welding, riveting, soldering, brazing and other metal joining techniques.
• Inspect completed welds for bead width, penetration, profile and defects, and rectify as required to meet quality and Australian Standard requirements.
• Conduct finishing work including grinding, polishing, filing, sanding, and cleaning of welds and surfaces to ensure high-quality final products.
  Support on-site machinery installation, weld repairs, maintenance and adjustments as needed across project locations in Victoria.
  Work within Rainbow Powder Coating’s project management framework, complying with safety plans, JSEA forms, risk assessments, work method statements, and quality standards throughout all phases of fabrication and installation.

Qualifications:

• Certificate III or IV in Engineering (Fabrication Trade), Welding, Metal Fabrication, or a relevant trade qualification.

Other Skills and Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year experience as a Welder or in a similar role.
• Proven experience in welding and metal fabrication across stainless steel, aluminium, and steel.
• Competence in MIG, TIG, MMA and coded welding techniques.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings, weld symbols, blueprints, and specifications.
• Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and fabrication machinery safely and accurately.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

How to Apply

If you are a skilled, safety-conscious First Class Welder looking to contribute to large-scale structural steel and metal fabrication projects across Victoria, we want to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your fabrication experience and welding proficiencies to recruit@gvrc.com.au.