Aluminum Welder – Ballarat, Victoria
  
About the company   
A leading Australian manufacturer of heavy-duty road transport trailers based in Wendouree, Ballarat. With over 75 years of industry experience, the company designs, builds, and services trailers for freight, bulk, and refrigerated transport, backed by a national support network. 
 
About the role   
This is a hands-on welding role focused on aluminium work in a production environment. You’ll be part of a small team, producing clean, visual welds with consistent hours, training provided, and plenty of overtime available. 
 
Duties   

• Perform aluminium welding (primarily MIG) on trailer components such as tipper tubs and other fabricated parts.  
• Carry out production welding to a high visual standard – no grinding, sanding, or cosmetic finishing; weld quality is critical. 
• Weld aluminium materials up to 10mm thickness with precision and consistency.  
• Read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and welding symbols accurately.  
• Operate welding equipment and maintain safe work practices in line with company policies and WHS standards.  
• Collaborate within a small team (approx. 3 people within a wider team of 15) and contribute to overall workshop output.  
• Conduct routine checks on equipment and report any maintenance requirements.  
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe work area 

Skills and experience

• Proven experience as an Aluminium Welder, preferably in production or fabrication settings.
• Strong competency with MIG welding on aluminium up to 10mm thickness.  
• Ability to produce visually tidy welds to a high standard without the need for cosmetic rework.  
• Skilled in reading and working from technical drawings and specifications. 
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and quality.  
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as independently.  
• Physically fit to meet the demands of welding and fabrication work.  
• Commitment to workplace safety and following established procedures.  
• Flexibility and reliability to meet production schedules. 

Benefits  

• Competitive pay around $70K/year (negotiable) with plenty of overtime available 
• Stable 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM schedule with consistent workflow 
• Supportive, multicultural team environment with potential 482 visa sponsorship 
• Reliable, production-focused work with flexibility to meet scheduling needs

How to Apply  
If you are interested in joining a successful business for this fantastic full-time position, please send us your resume today.  
 
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