Our client Workplace Defender is a successful, well-established business providing design, construction and installation of custom Height Safety Systems. On their behalf we are seeking a practical and reliable Fabricator/Installer to join their growing team based in Melbourne's southeastern suburbs.

THE ROLE

This hands-on role involves fabrication and installation of height safety/access systems across commercial, industrial and construction sites both locally and (occasionally) regionally. Your daily tasks will include:-

• fabricating steel and aluminium components in the workshop
• reading and interpreting drawings, plans and installation instructions
• installing roof anchors, static lines, guardrails, walkways and other height safety components
• working safely at heights on active construction sites
• inspecting completed work and ensuring installations meet required standards
• completing job documentation, photographs and site reports
• maintaining tools, equipment and company vehicles

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE

• is physically fit and able to undertake manual handling, working at heights and outdoor work in varying weather conditions
• is confident using hand tools, power tools and fabrication equipment
• is able to read basic technical drawings and accurately measure/install components
• displays a strong understanding of workplace health and safety
• has a current, clean full Victorian driver's licence
• has full unrestricted Australian working rights.

Although not essential, the following experience and qualifications will be very highly regarded:-

• experience in height safety installation, metal fabrication, construction roofing, rigging or similar
• Working At Heights certificate
• Construction Industry White Card
• EWP licence
• welding or metal fabrication experience
• roof access or commercial roofing experience
• rigging or dogging qualifications
• current First Aid Certificate

As well as practical considerations your personal strengths are also important. Thus we value someone with:-

• good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• a strong sense of responsibility with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• a professional attitude when dealing with customers and site personnel.

THE BENEFITS OF THIS ROLE

• Full time stable employment with training/advancement opportunities
• Competitive hourly rate based on experience, with opportunities for overtime
• A variety of workshop and site-based duties
• All tools, equipment and a company work vehicle provided for site work
• The support of a friendly, experienced and dedicated team environment.

If you believe this role is for you please do not hesitate to apply. All applications will be automatically acknowledged.