Welder Fabricator, Canterbury
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Stellar Recruitment
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Welder Fabricator

  • Posted 1mo ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time

$36  -  $42 /hr

Canterbury

Job Description

If you're a skilled Welder Fabricator looking for your next challenge in Christchurch, we want to hear from you!

  • Competitive pay: $36 - $42
  • Located in Christchurch + Full time hours + Monday to Friday
  • Substantial forward workload + job security

We have multiple permanent and temporary opportunities available for Welder Fabricators with leading engineering and manufacturing companies across Christchurch. Whether your background is in structural steel, heavy fabrication, industrial pipework, pressure vessel work, or general engineering, we have a range of roles.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Fabrication of stainless steel, mild steel, aluminium, and carbon steel components.
  • Working on a variety of projects including structural steel, pipework, pressure piping, process equipment, heavy fabrication, machinery, and general engineering.
  • MIG, TIG, FCAW (flux core), and SMAW (arc) welding to a high standard.
  • Fabricating, fitting, assembling, and welding from technical drawings and workshop plans.
  • Maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy, and safety.

What We're Looking For:

  • Proven experience as a Fabricator in a workshop or manufacturing environment.
  • Experience working with plate, pipe, structural steel, sheet metal, or heavy fabricated assemblies.
  • Competency in MIG, TIG, FCAW, or SMAW welding (tickets/certifications advantageous but not essential).
  • Ability to read and interpret workshop drawings and fabrication plans.
  • Comfortable working independently or as part of a team.
  • Full NZ working rights or a valid work visa.

What’s in it for you?

Competitive pay: $36 - $42 per hour (exp dep)


  • Work for some of the best companies in the industry – great facilities and reputable brands
  • Opportunities to grow your skills and experience. Career progression if desired

How to Apply?


Click ‘APPLY’ or contact Makenzie Haberfield for a confidential discussion.

Email: makenzie.h@stellarrecruitment.co.nz


Must be an NZ resident or citizen

Desired Hard Skills

  • TIG Welding
  • MIG Welding
  • Fabrication
  • FCAW Welding
  • Metal Assembly
  • Reading Technical Drawings
  • SMAW Welding

Desired Soft Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Attention To Detail
  • Independent Working

Benefits & Perks

  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🏎 Competitive Salary

Job Schedule

  • Monday to Friday

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