Welder - Defence

Welder - Defence


Company
Ventia
Location
Edinburgh, South Australia, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
24 days ago
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Job Description
Join Ventia in a role which keeps the Australian Defence Forceโ€™s wheels turning!A great opportunity for a Welder to join our fully geared Defence Maintenance Contract team based at Edinburgh SA near Adelaide.As a Welder, you will be responsible for performing maintenance, repairs and authorised structural and component modifications to Defence vehicles, plant, equipment and components. You will be using a variety of welding methods, including electric arc, MIG and TIG welding or oxyacetylene welding or by machine in accordance with instructions and procedure.Benefits$51.48 an hour plus superWork 38 hours per week Monday to Friday and finish at 12 pm on Fridays Training & Upskilling provided Relocation assistance for the right candidate Work on unique Defence vehicle and assets 17.5% Annual Leave Loading All tools, PPE and Uniforms provided On-site Parking About The RoleConducting maintenance tasks, including technical inspection and classification. Examine detailed drawings or specifications to find out job, material and equipment requirements. Heat treat metal parts and components. Set up and/or operate hand and machine tools, welding equipment. Assemble parts and structures by lining up and joining them by welding, bolting or riveting. Finish products by cleaning, polishing, filing or bathing them in acid solutions, or by applying protective or decorative coatings. About YouCert III Engineering - Boilermaker or Fabricator Relevant previous experience as a Welder Experienced in a workshop environment Intermediate to advanced computer skillsExperience in processing work order administration and certification tasksAbility to research technical documentation and implement repair processes and proceduresYou must be an Australian Citizen and able to maintain a Defence Security Clearance About VentiaVentia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.Diversity Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.How To ApplyIf you are looking to expand your career with a business that rewards and values its employees, please apply below by clicking on the apply now button.Position Reference Number: 166570

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