Welders | Australian Opportunities

We are actively seeking experienced Welders from Australia and around the world for long-term positions with reputable Australian employers.

Our clients are looking for skilled Welders with strong experience across structural, engineering and industrial welding, with the ability to consistently produce high-quality welds to specifications and required standards.

We have opportunities with established engineering, manufacturing, construction and industrial businesses across Australia.

Suitable international candidates may be offered visa sponsorship and relocation support.

Why Join Through Us?

You Solved, together with our migration team at Pacific Education & Visa Services, works with trusted Australian employers looking for skilled Welders for genuine long-term positions.

We support suitable candidates from initial assessment and employer matching through to visa, relocation and onboarding.

Depending on the opportunity, positions may include:

Subclass 482 visa sponsorship, with potential future permanent residency pathways for eligible candidates
Competitive salaries and hourly rates
Relocation assistance
Long-term employment with established Australian businesses
Support throughout the recruitment and migration process

The Role

As a Welder, you will undertake the preparation, positioning and welding of metal components and structures in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications and quality requirements.

Key Duties May Include:

Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and welding requirements
Prepare metal components and surfaces for welding
Set up and operate MIG, TIG and stick welding equipment
Select appropriate welding methods, equipment and settings
Position, align and secure components prior to welding
Weld steel and other metals to required specifications and standards
Inspect completed welds for quality, accuracy and defects
Repair and rework welds where required
Use grinders, cutting equipment and other workshop tools
Complete structural, production and repair welding as required
Maintain welding equipment and a safe, organised work area
Follow workplace health and safety requirements and maintain high standards of workmanship

Key Requirements

Recognised welding qualification, trade certificate or equivalent vocational training
Strong practical experience working as a Welder
Demonstrated competency in one or more of MIG, TIG and stick welding
Strong structural and/or industrial welding experience
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
Ability to produce consistent, high-quality welds
Strong attention to detail and quality
Ability to work independently and as part of an engineering or workshop team
Commitment to safe working practices
Willingness to relocate within Australia where required
Ability to pass drug and alcohol testing where required by the employer

Highly Regarded Experience

Structural steel welding
Heavy engineering and industrial welding
MIG, TIG and stick welding
Stainless steel and aluminium welding
Coded or quality-critical welding
Pressure or pipe welding
Repair and maintenance welding
Engineering and manufacturing environments

For international applicants, a positive skills assessment outcome from Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) or the relevant Australian assessing authority is highly desirable. Please indicate if you already hold a positive skills assessment or are currently completing the assessment process.

These positions offer excellent long-term career opportunities with established Australian employers, with visa sponsorship available for suitable international applicants.

We are looking for experienced Welders who can demonstrate strong practical welding skills, consistency and high-quality workmanship.