Metal Fabricators | Australian Opportunities

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

Our clients are looking for skilled tradespeople with strong experience in metal fabrication, welding, interpreting engineering drawings and manufacturing components and assemblies to specification.

We have opportunities with established engineering, manufacturing, maintenance and industrial businesses across Australia, working across light to heavy fabrication using mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium.

We are particularly interested in qualified tradespeople who can work independently from engineering drawings and demonstrate strong fabrication and welding skills across a variety of projects.

Our clients offer competitive salaries and hourly rates, together with visa sponsorship and relocation support for suitable international candidates.

Why Join Through Us?

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

As specialists in international recruitment and employer-sponsored migration, we support suitable candidates from initial assessment and employer matching through to visa, relocation and onboarding.

Pacific Education & Visa Services and You Solved have helped thousands of applicants pursue employment and migration opportunities across Australia.

Depending on the employer and position, opportunities may include:

Subclass 482 visa sponsorship, with potential future permanent residency pathways for eligible candidates
Competitive salaries and hourly rates
Relocation and accommodation assistance
Support with family relocation and visa applications
Excellent working conditions and long-term career opportunities
Opportunities with established Australian engineering, manufacturing and industrial businesses

The Role

As a Metal Fabricator, you will be responsible for marking out, cutting, shaping, forming, joining and assembling metal components and structures in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.

The exact mix of work will vary between employers and positions, and we will aim to match your fabrication experience and technical background with a suitable Australian employer.

Key Duties May Include:

Read and interpret engineering drawings, plans and technical specifications
Mark out metal components and materials in preparation for fabrication
Cut, shape, bend and form steel, stainless steel and aluminium
Set up and operate fabrication equipment including plate rolls, brake presses, bandsaws, guillotines, plasma cutters and other cutting and forming equipment
Fabricate metal components, structures and assemblies to engineering specifications
Set up and operate MIG, TIG and stick welding equipment
Weld fabricated components and assemblies using appropriate welding processes and techniques
Check fabricated components for accuracy, dimensions, alignment and conformity with specifications
Use measuring equipment to ensure components are fabricated to required tolerances
Assemble fabricated components using welding, bolting and other joining methods
Straighten and reshape metal components where required
Carry out repairs, modifications and refurbishment of plant, machinery and industrial equipment
Perform general fabrication and welding associated with breakdown and repair work
Complete work to required quality standards and within production or project timeframes
Maintain fabrication and welding equipment as required
Work safely in accordance with workplace procedures and health and safety requirements
Assist with the training and supervision of apprentices or junior tradespeople where applicable

Key Requirements

Recognised trade qualification in Metal Fabrication, Engineering – Fabrication Trade, Boilermaking or an equivalent trade
Strong practical experience working as a Metal Fabricator / Boilermaker
Demonstrated ability to fabricate components and assemblies from engineering drawings
Strong skills in measuring, marking out, cutting, forming, fitting and assembling metal components
Competent in MIG welding, with TIG and/or stick welding experience highly regarded
Experience working with mild steel and other metals
Confident using fabrication machinery, hand tools and power tools
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
Strong attention to detail and commitment to 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

Depending on the employer, experience in any of the following may be highly regarded:

Heavy fabrication and structural steel
Plate and section fabrication
Stainless steel and aluminium fabrication
MIG, TIG and stick welding
Coded or quality-critical welding
CNC plasma cutting
Brake press and plate rolling
Industrial plant and equipment fabrication
Repair and refurbishment of machinery and equipment
Jobbing workshop environments
One-off and custom fabrication
Site installation and maintenance
Training or supervising apprentices

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

We welcome applications from Metal Fabricators across different engineering environments. Whether your background is in general engineering, heavy fabrication, structural steel, manufacturing, industrial maintenance or specialised fabrication, please clearly outline the materials you work with, welding processes you use and the types of components and structures you regularly fabricate.

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

This is not an entry-level or welding-only position. We are looking for experienced, trade-qualified Metal Fabricators who can interpret engineering drawings and independently fabricate components and assemblies from start to finish.