Job Opening: Experienced Decorative Metalworker – Fabricator

Position Description: Experienced Decorative Metalworker – Fabricator

Reporting to to Director, Construction Manager, Workshop Supervisor

As a Decorative Metalworker – Fabricator you will be required to:

• Undertake a solid variety of metal fabrication using Stainless steel, Steel, Aluminium, Copper and Brass
• Fabrication of staircases, balustrades and toprails  from working drawings
• Fabrication of other custom items from working drawings
• Complete both the fabrication, polishing and installation aspect of the job.
• When necessary you will be required to attend site to be involved in onsite welding and installation requirements.
• Possess good knowledge of welding and welding machinery
• Ability to work unsupervised in the workshop and on-site
• Undertake quality checks of your own work in progress
• Problem solve any issues with measurement discrepancies within your own work in progress
• Work out cut lengths and angles from drawings provided and if in doubt ask questions of your supervisor to ensure all information is provided before beginning work.
• Ability to read working drawings and accurately calculate measurements.
• Maintain work accuracy in all aspects of manufacture. Tolerances will be identified with each job given.
• Create high quality, high end masterpieces of work for our clients who love the quality we can produce.

What we expect of you:

• Great work ethic, Attention to detail, pride and quality
• Ability to work to timeframes & deadlines
• Tidy appearance to represent the business whilst wearing current uniform at all times
• Positive communication skills
• Passion and Enthusiasm for the craft
• Be prepared to contribute to team meetings constructively
• Must learn and use job management software and enter times accurately to the jobs allocated by your supervisor (Work Flow Max)
• Monitor the use of materials and care of equipment and plant to minimise waste and damage.
• Follow safe working procedures and systems. SWMS
• Ensure you are clear on what is scheduled for you for the day.  Ask your supervisor or job manager if unsure.
• Contribute to a harmonious cultured Environment, team building and assisting one another as required. (In particular growth of our apprentices)
• Ensure housekeeping is ongoing by maintaining a clean and safe workplace.
• Follow  safety and guidance given during daily huddles and weekly meetings.
• Ensure equipment and tools are secure and used correctly.
• Receive and despatch goods when necessary following procedure given.
• Always Striving for Excellence within and outside of the company.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on machinery equipment and mobile equipment as directed.
• Follow Quality Control Procedures on fabrication and pre installation of work
• Ability to problem solve as break-downs occur
• Re-ordering of parts as necessary
• The above list is not exhaustive and the role may change to meet the overall objectives of the company.

You Must keep current:

• Driver’s licence
• Trades certification
• White card

Training to strive towards for additional Growth:

• MR Truck License
• Working safely at heights
• Glass installation experience (glazing)
• Work experience: minimum 5 years