Welding Trades Assistant

Our state-wide coverage means you can make the right career choice across WA.We can offer you the right career right around WA.Water is essential for our future. In each and every Water Corporation role, you’ll have the chance to develop a career, and help the community. With a diverse mix of roles, locations and opportunities across Western Australia, we seek people who want to make a change for the better.· Salary – 77,256.00 + super + overtime & allowances· Wanting a role where you give back to your community?· Work in workshops and field with real benefits that matterAbout the role:Regional Western Australia is full of opportunities. Based in Northam you will be reporting to the Team Leader - Workshops. You will undertake a variety of duties in a workshop environment and in the field across the district.What the role will involve:You’re the type of person who is comfortable working in a flexible but supportive workplace. You are flexible in your work environment and are as comfortable working on site as you are in a workshop assisting in fabrication, welding and performing scheduled maintenance on Corporation assets. You’re always looking to develop and expand on your skills including:· Carrying out operation and maintenance tasks requiring use of specialist tools, plant and equipment· Assist in the fabrication and maintenance of Water Corporation assets across the region (solder, spot or tack weld components using appropriate welding machines)· Perform assembly and dismantling operations, such as bolting / unbolting pipefittings and structures· Occasionally, you will be required to work away from home that requires overnight stay/s· Additionally you will ensure legislative requirements are met and manage the safety and wellbeing of the welder when working in a field environment.Key skills and experience:We are seeking a highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills and are someone who is physically fit, as this role requires a lot of manual handling. Your willingness to travel and undertake overnight stays and work away from home and work base will ensure your success in this role.You will also ideally possessing strong experience with:· Experience assisting Boilermakers, Welders, Mechanical Fitters, Machinists or other tradespeople.· Exposure to metal fabrication work will be highly regarded· Basic interpretation of drawingsYour dedication to Occupational Health and Safety including hazard identification and well developed communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this position along with the following:· WA ‘MR’ Class drivers licence· Relevant High-Risk Licenses, Dogging, Vehicle Crane, Forklift· Excavator and Bobcat experience would be advantageous but not essential· Ability to work in a team environmentReal benefits that matter:So why would you consider us? Maybe it’s the inclusive environment where you’re using your skills in your everyday work. It’s possibly because your work is recognised by your community. You’re helping to improve the lives of families across the state, giving us and our next generations a sustainable future.
Then again, It may be the excellent pay and conditions. It could be because you’ve more freedom to spend your time with family and friends, enjoying the things that are important in life that matter to you? Or it could simply be some of the great benefits Water Corporation employees receive such as:· Working your full-time hours over 9 days and enjoying a RDO every fortnight!· Working for a company that advocates for mental health and wellbeing with two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good, no questions asked, we understand the importance of switching off and recharging every now and then.· Annual leave loading of 17.5%.· Accessing your Long Service leave (pro-rata) after 3 years of continuous service· Earning Additional super! In addition to the base requirement, Water Corporation will make an additional 2% super contribution when you elect to salary sacrifice 2% of your salary to super.· Purchasing additional leave of up to 4 weeks· Plus many more!Interested? Submit your application today!
Please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your ability to meet the requirements of the role.Applications close: 3rd May 2024We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check police clearance and Australian working rights check.Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace:Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.Applicants with disability who require adjustments or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process can contact a Recruitment Officer at or 08 9420 2000.To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please .