Sheet Metal Fabricator - Welder
Company
Unique Metals Laser
Location
Wangara, Western Australia, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
27 days ago
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Job Description
Sheet Metal Fabricator - Welder | Wangara (Available Now!)About Unique Metals LaserProudly Australian and privately owned since 1972, Unique Metals Laser delivers high-precision cutting and fabrication solutions to a wide range of industries. With 8 sites across Australia, we're a trusted name in manufacturing excellence. Learn more at www.uniquelaser.com.au. The OpportunityWe're looking for an experienced Sheet Metal Fabricator - Welder to join our Wangara team immediately. This is a hands-on role in a supportive, safety-focused environment where your skills will make a real impact.What You'll DoWelding & fabrication of various worksAluminium, stainless, and mild steel welding - MIG & TIGReading and interpreting drawings and specificationsFitting and assembling components into final productsPerforming QA checks and finishing tasks (polishing, sanding, TIG brushing)About YouFabrication Trade Certificate III or partially completed apprenticeshipStrong welding and fabrication skillsForklift licence (advantage)Previous experience in a manufacturing/fabrication environmentAbility to work independently and communicate effectivelyWhat We OfferImmediate start - available now!Competitive pay and job securityTraining and ongoing supportEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Company uniform and PPE providedWork with a proudly Australian-owned company committed to diversity and inclusion✅ Apply NowJoin a growing, successful company where your contribution matters! Applicants must have Australian work rights and be willing to undergo pre-employment drug & alcohol testing.Only successful applicants will be contacted.No Recruitment Agency contact at this stage please.
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The Fair Work Ombudsman sets the minimum rate for qualified plumbers at AU$31.45 per hour from 1 July 2026 under the Plumbing and Fire Sprinklers Award 2020. This includes a base rate plus industry allowance of AU$2.15 per hour for all ordinary hours worked. Overtime after 38 hours per week is paid at 1.5 times the rate for the first three hours and double time thereafter.
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Applications must include a current plumber licence, Certificate III qualification, tax file number, and white card for construction work. Job seekers also need to provide a resume showing at least 12 months recent experience and proof of Australian work rights via VEVO check. All documents must be uploaded in PDF format under 5MB each.
