About us
Vawdrey Australia is the nation’s leading manufacturer of quality semi-trailers and associated transport equipment. Established in 1974, Vawdrey began building truck bodies for smaller companies and owner drivers. As Australia's largest independent trailer builder, Vawdrey aims to consistently improve the standard of design and quality within the country's trailer building industry.
We are currently recruiting experienced and enthusiastic Welders to work at our Production facility and the Service & Repairs workshop, both in Dandenong South.
Primary responsibilities include
- Building and/or repairing semi trailers, including but not limited to: doors, roof sheets, roof rails etc.
- Ability to weld steel 1.6mm – 16mm ( MIG) and alloy 2 – 6mm ( MIG)
- Ability to perform curtain welding
- Be able to conduct chassis alignment.
- Be able to read and interpret job cards, record work carried out in detailed job logs within strict timelines.
To be successful in this role, you will have
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawing
- Experience in metal fabrication, preferably in vehicle manufacturing industry
- Experienced in using Overhead and Gantry cranes.
- Technical Trade qualification
Based on your skill levels and your experience, you will be paid between $30.42 and $36.57 per hour + Superannuation + Overtime.
As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to participate in a full pre-employment medical that includes drug and alcohol test.
If this sounds like you and you hold the required experiences and skills, please apply now!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $30.42 – $36.57 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment musculoskeletal assessment and a drug & alcohol screening?
Experience:
- Welding: 3 years (Preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- forklift licence (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
