WELDER/FABRICATOR

Established in 1989, Long Range Automotive is proudly Australian owned and operated.
We specialise in the manufacture of auxiliary and replacement fuel tanks for the after-market 4WD Industry. We are committed to providing the highest quality of workmanship to our customers both nationally and internationally. LRA are industry leaders with a dedicated team of highly qualified and experienced staff.

A position exists for a Welder/Fabricator who is experienced in MIG welding light gauge material, 1.6mm-3mm in thickness, in Mild Steel. We are looking for a competent trades person who can work unsupervised as part of our team in the fabrication of our High Quality Fuel Tanks.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Weld components / tanks to satisfy production requirements

• Interpret drawings to accurately determine requirements of the job
• MIG weld light gauge (1.6mm – 3.0mm) mild steel components to requirements of the drawing
• De-bur and finish steel as necessary to achieve proper surface
• Cut and form mild steel sheets when required
• Grind and drill components when required
• Check work for accuracy before release

Maintain / Increase efficiency of the workshop

• Meet budgeted hours for all jobs
• Meet completion deadlines for all jobs
• Suggest possible efficiency improvements to work methods
• Fill out time sheets accurately
• Ensure equipment is in good, safe working order, and report where it is not
• Perform a reasonable amount of overtime when required
• Ensure that the workplace is clean and tidy at all times
• Communicate progress of each job to workshop supervisor (in relation to required timelines)

Reduce /maintain lost time injuries to zero

• Ensure adherence to company OH&S procedures and guidelines
• Wear the appropriate safety clothing / protective items for the job
• Demonstrate safe practices in the workplace at all times
• Behave in a safe manner within the workplace

General Duties

• Partake in training when required
• Perform other duties as directed by immediate supervisor
• Ensure that the presentation of employee meets the required level (clean, tidy uniforms etc.)

Other Information

• Full time, Monday to Friday and NO weekend work. Immediate start available.
• Work for an industry leader in the manufacture of 4WD Long Range Fuel Tanks.
• Monthly RDO
• Onsite parking