MIG Welder

MIG Welder


Company
Wagners
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
62 days ago
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Job Description
We are seeking new Welders at our Northgate site to assist in the production of reinforcing steel for use in concrete footings, slabs and structures.About The Role up to $31.52 per hour plus overtime options Work Monday to Friday with early starts Cutting, bending, welding, bundling and loading steel onto trucks Operating machinery and assisting with production tasksAbout YouAbility to work in a physically demanding roleDemonstrated commitment to safe work practicesExperience with MIG welding and hand toolsLF Forklift, CN Non-slewing mobile crane and DG Dogger ticket (desirable but not essential)HR License or above (desirable but not essential)Must be able to pass all satisfactory pre-employment checksDrug & AlcoholMedicalPolice CheckAbout UsWagners is a highly renowned, ASX listed construction materials and services provider, headquartered in QLD. We provide a wide variety of construction materials and services to both domestic and international industries.Wagers is an equal opportunity employer, who values diversity and promotes a safe work environment.You must have unlimited Rights to Work in Australia. This is not a sponsorship role.Click the Apply button to submit your resume.We will be shortlisting and interviewing for this role as applications are received. Don’t miss out, apply today!

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