Welder Special Class

The Company

Civmec is an Australian-owned, integrated, multidisciplinary heavy engineering and construction services provider to the energy, resources, infrastructure, marine and defence sectors. Our diversification enables us to operate extensively across the nation, supporting a wide range of landmark projects and providing variety and career development opportunities for our workforce.

Join the Civmec Team

Civmec is proud to be supporting the Eneabba Rare Earths Refinery Project in collaboration with Iluka Resources, delivering a major package of Structural, Mechanical, Piping, Electrical and Instrumentation (SMPE&I) installation works across the facility.

As Australia's first fully integrated rare earths refinery, this landmark project is helping drive the future of critical minerals processing. We are building a skilled workforce to support the delivery of this exciting long-term project in WA's Mid-West.

We are currently seeking experienced Special Class Welders to join our Construction team and play a key role in the fabrication, assembly and installation of structural steel, platework and mechanical components, supporting the successful delivery of one of Australia's most significant critical minerals developments.

Location: Eneabba, WA
Roster: 2 weeks on, 1 week off 
Travel: Company-provided bus transport to and from site via Perth Airport

Casual Rates

• Special Class Welder $67.89 per hour inclusive of 25% casual flat loading + penalties, $4.00 per hour site allowance

Full-Time Rates

• Special Class Welder $53.00 per hour + penalties
• $4.00 per hour site allowance
• $1.64 per hour welding allowance
• $200 travel allowance per completed swing
• $100 per week project completion bonus accrual
• 1.75 hours severance accrual per completed week

The Role

• Interpret engineering and detail fabrication drawings, specifications and standards
• Undertake and pass all necessary weld qualifications in required weld processes
• Perform the welding of steel components in all positions
• Maintain all correct consumables, feeds, amperages and pre heat in accordance with applicable weld procedures
• Perform welding techniques including, but not limited to, MMAW, FCAW, MIG, SAW and advanced 6G TIG techniques
• Weld steel structures in sequence to eliminate shrinkage and distortion of steel components
• Remove tack welds, clean and restore weld preparations where required

About You

To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• • Australian recognised Trade Certificate in Welding
  • Current Working Safely at Heights Certificate
  • Current High risk elevating work platform license and VOC
  • Current Drivers Licence
  • Nationally recognised Construction Safety Awareness Card (White Card)
  • Previous experience on major construction projects
  • Ability to attend and pass required weld test before mobilisation
  • Ability to complete and pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screen

Civmec + You

At Civmec, we offer an inclusive workplace built on family values, with a ‘Never Assume’ culture, sustained by our experienced and supportive management team. We believe our workforce is our greatest asset, and that’s why we provide an environment rich in career development opportunities to upskill and develop professionally. Our generous Reward and Recognition scheme recognises employees that go the extra mile. Our staff discount scheme gives you discounts on a range of travel, entertainment, vehicle and lifestyle choices. 

How to Apply

Please click the “apply” link to start your application. We look forward to starting the pathway to your career with Civmec.

Alternatively, for a confidential chat or call our Recruitment Team on (08) 6595 5888.

Civmec is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Defence force experience is desirable, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

We respectfully request no agency submissions.

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