A major steel manufacturer in the Waikato region needs two skilled fitter welders for a six month fixed term assignment. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in producing high quality work and enjoys keeping industrial plant and equipment running safely and efficiently. You will perform repair and maintenance across the site, respond to breakdowns, carry out preventative maintenance inspections, and contribute to continuous improvement projects. If you hold a relevant trade certificate, have welding experience in medium or heavy fabrication, and work well within a team oriented industrial environment, this position offers an excellent remuneration package, onsite medical centre, free parking, and a supportive team culture. The primary keyword fitter welder appears naturally here because that is exactly who we need.
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About the Company
New Zealand Steel is a wholly owned subsidiary of BlueScope, a strong and successful global steel company. They manufacture and market a range of flat rolled steel products for the building, construction, manufacturing, and agricultural sectors. You may know them for their flagship COLORSTEEL brand. The Central Maintenance Group team at the Glenbrook site is where this opportunity is based. The company believes its people are its strength and embraces diversity and inclusion. They offer connections throughout the world and access to resources and tools from the wider BlueScope business.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform repair and maintenance of operational plant and equipment across the Glenbrook site to ensure minimal downtime.
- Provide mechanical support on a breakdown basis, diagnosing faults and completing repairs quickly and safely.
- Carry out preventative maintenance inspections according to scheduled plans, identifying potential issues before they cause failures.
- Contribute to continuous improvement projects by suggesting and implementing better ways to maintain equipment.
- Weld and fabricate components as needed using appropriate techniques for medium to heavy fabrication.
- Work an 8 hour day, Monday to Friday, with occasional overtime and call out work required from time to time.
- Adhere strictly to health and safety protocols, positively contributing to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
What You Need to Qualify
You must hold a relevant Trade Certificate in fitting and welding or a closely related discipline. Welding experience in medium or heavy fabrication is essential. A strong team focus is required, along with the ability to work independently when needed. Effective verbal and written communication skills are important. You need sound analytical, problem solving, and decision making ability. A positive attitude and willingness to take ownership of your work is expected. You must have a proven record of good attendance and reliable work history. A strong work ethic and the ability to consistently deliver work to a high standard are non negotiable. Commitment to health and safety is critical. You must be eligible to work in New Zealand.
Pay Rate and Benefits
The hourly rate for this fitter welder position ranges from 38 to 45 New Zealand dollars per hour based on experience and qualifications, which aligns with current market rates for trade certified fitters in the Waikato region. This is a fixed term contract for six months with Monday to Friday day shifts. You will have access to learning and development opportunities through BlueScope. The Glenbrook site offers a unique work location with an onsite medical centre for your convenience. Free parking is provided. An excellent remuneration package includes competitive pay and supportive team environment. Overtime and call out work, when required, are compensated at higher rates.
How to Apply
Does this sound like the next step in your career? New Zealand Steel careers website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers to the standard recruitment process, please reach out to NZSRecruitment at bluescopesteel.com so they can support you to participate equitably. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview within two weeks. If you are ready to bring your welding expertise to a world class steel operation, apply now through the link provided.