Welding Specialist | Auckland

Welding Specialist | Auckland


Company
Motion Asia Pacific
Location
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
9 days ago
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Job Description
Hands-on welding specialist role. Ideal for curious & mechanically minded peopleInteresting & meaningful work across industryMt Wellington, AucklandAttractive hourly rate + Incentive + group discountsWhy is this an amazing opportunity for you!Motion is a business operating across the Asia Pacific region including New Zealand, Australia, Indonesia and Singapore who provide a range of industrial products & engineering services to industry to keep the world moving!We are in growth mode with a clear 2027 growth strategy to expand our reach into industry across the region. Motion is investing in the Capability & Development of our people to enable the delivery of this growth strategy, meaning plenty of opportunity to work and develop your skills and knowledge.Join our Motion Fluid Power Technical & Solutions team to support and advance project design, tendering, and completion on budget and on time. Be part of a growing company expanding across Asia Pacific, working across industry to keep the world movingWhat kind of work may be involved? Collaborate with manufacturing and distribution teams to manage orders efficiently and provide customers with delivery updates.Receive, validate, and process customer orders accurately, with attention to details, ensuring excellent service and adherence to Motion Welding Process -complaint to ASME IX Standard.Weld, assemble, and test hoses to customer specifications, maintaining detailed testing records.Promote and maintain a safe working environment according to OSH requirements and company policy.Manage workshop stock levels efficiently and ensure timely servicing and repairs of equipment like pumps and reels.Monitor job costings to ensure accuracy and customer satisfaction.Utilize various hose assembly techniques including hydraulic crimping and tig welding of stainless-steel parts.Inspect finished products to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations.Maintain professional, clear, and appropriate communication with internal and external customers, delivering polite and respectful service.Attend training and development sessions as directed and assist other staff to provide exceptional customer service.Ideal Skills & ExperienceComply with Motion Australia Policies (e.g., Code of Conduct, D&A Policy) and actively promote a safe working environment per OSH requirements.Trade qualified with proven stainless steel TIG and purge welding experience; basic lathe skills and ability to interpret engineering drawings.Experience in a manufacturing environment; forklift license is advantageous; full and current driverโ€™s license required for travel between branches.Strong written and verbal communication skills; maintain professional, positive, and team-based internal and external relationships.Customer-centric with excellent engagement skills, demonstrating energy, initiative, teamwork, collaboration, respect, and a continuous improvement mindset.What is in it for you?Attractive package & tools of the trade.The opportunity to join a progressive global company.Ongoing training and career development; we genuinely care about supporting you to reach your full potential.An inclusive culture that embraces the diversity of our people.Free flu shots and counselling services with our Employee Assistance Program.We are a Company who values relationships, therefore we need this role to always work to foster and maintain trusted relationships across all levels of our business and seek to support and add value to our store network, managers, and leaders.We focus on continuous improvement and sustainable growth as our two main objectives. This is driven by our long-term investment in people, systems, process, and new growth opportunities for our people.What are you waiting for, submit your expression of interest and let's get your career in motion!Submit your application now by clicking โ€œAPPLYโ€ on this job advert.MOTION is an equal-opportunity employer. To be eligible to apply for this position you must be a New Zealand Citizen or have relevant work Visa requirements. Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by joining our Talent Community on jobs.genpt.com or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.

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