Service Center Technician - Welder
Company
Alfa Laval
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
19 days ago
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Job Description
Title: Service Center Technician - WelderEmployment Type: Full-TimeLocation: HuntingwoodAbout UsAt Alfa Laval, we always go that extra mile to overcome the toughest challenges. Our driving force is to accelerate success for our customers, people and planet. You can only achieve that by having dedicated people with a curious mind. Curiosity is the spark behind great ideas. And great ideas drive progress.As a member of our team, you thrive in a truly diverse and inclusive workplace based on care and empowerment. You are here to make a difference. Constantly building bridges to the future with sustainable solutions that have an impact on our planet’s most urgent problems. Making the world a better place. Every day.Employee Benefits25 days annual leave Death & Total permanent disability coverIncome protection Perkbox Discounts PortalFinancial & Wellbeing SeminarsResponsibilities Include But Are Not Limited ToExecute repairs and reconditioning of Decanters according to specifications, repair manuals and the defined job scope.Non-destructive testing (dye penetrant)Perform trial test runs when work is complete to ensure performance rates and quality meet established specifications.Collaborate with service coordinators to plan and support daily work assigned.Perform welding repairs utilising equipment & materials such as: MIG/TIG/SMAW. Materials: Duplex, 316, MS, Bronze and Inconel, Stellite. Peform coating: Tungsten, Stellite, Nickel and TM42. Grinding, hard facing - Chrom Carb (N6006), Brazinf rods E7620Qualifications & CompetenciesWelding qualification(s): Trade qualifications, pressure vessel certificationNon-destructive testing certification would be an advantageFabrication competency
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