Welder Fabricator
VIPeople Staffing & Recruitment
Listing Description
Description
- Full time + 40 hours + 7.30-4pm
- Competitive pay rate based on experience + $20 weekly tool allowance
- Company health insurance after 6 months + overalls provided + washed for you
Fabricator / Welder
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established engineering and manufacturing company based in Christchurch. They are looking for an experienced Fabricator / Welder to join their production team.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on fabrication work and wants to be part of a supportive workshop environment producing high-quality components and equipment.
The Role
In this position, you will be responsible for the fabrication, welding, and assembly of components, working with both steel and aluminium. You will be involved in interpreting drawings, assembling parts, and ensuring all work is completed to a high standard. You will also work alongside engineers and the production team to help optimise fabrication processes and ensure efficient production.
What's on Offer
- Full time + 40 hours + 7.30-4pm
- Competitive pay rate based on experience + $20 weekly tool allowance
- Company health insurance after 6 months + overalls provided + overalls washed for you at work
Key Responsibilities
- Fabrication, welding and fitting of components
- MIG and TIG welding of aluminium and steel
- Assembly and fitting of fabricated components
- Working with pneumatics, hydraulics, pumps and mechanical components
- Reading and reviewing engineering drawings
- Maintaining a safe and tidy workshop environment
- Booking materials and labour to jobs as required
- Ensuring all work is completed safely and to specification
What We're Looking For
- Minimum 3 years' experience in fabrication and welding
- Experience working with steel and aluminium
- Strong MIG and TIG welding skills
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Strong attention to detail and workmanship
- Ability to work both independently and within a team
- Fluent in both English and Mandarin due to job requirements
- Trade qualification (NZQA Level 4 or equivalent) desirable
Please note: Applicants will be required to provide proof of previous fabrication and welding work completed.
Apply Now
Apply now with your updated CV and examples of your previous work. Please call Zangelique at VIPeople for more information.
Application details

Zangelique Visser
Contact person
VIPeople Staffing & Recruitment
About VIPeople – Connecting Talent with Great Businesses
We are 100% locally owned and operated across the North and South Islands specialising in Civil Engineering, Building and Construction, Manufacturing, Warehouse and Logistics, Sales and Finance and Office Support. We find enjoyment by connecting talent with great businesses and ensure both our clients and candidates succeed in their partnership.
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