Hull Welder

Job description

Welders - Hunter Class Frigate Program 

Permanent Long Term Career Opportunity on Major Naval Defence Program

Permanent Rates starting from $44.81 - $50 per hr waged + Penalties - Overtime and Night Shift Available 

Recruiting now for multiple roles in 2024 and Beyond

9 Day Fortnight 

At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career

Do you want to work in the most advanced shipyard in the world building the most complex Anti-Submarine Warfare Frigate? If so, we have multiple opportunities for Welders within the Production Team based in Osborne, SA

Key responsibilities include:

• Undertake Tasks and Duties as directed by Production Supervision and or Trades Trainer within bounds of current competence.
• Attend and complete relevant on‐the‐job training as required
• Properly maintain materials, tools and equipment.
• Strive to continuously improve teamwork, processes and effectiveness in the work area.
• Adhere to the BAE Maritime Australia policies and management practices. 

About you:

• Trade Qualifications 
• Experience Fabrication with MIG or Flux Core Welding
• Ability to read drawings
• Strong safety focus and enhancing the site safety environment.
• Strong time keeping abilities.
• Excellent communication.  

Clearances

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. 

Further information regarding security clearances

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidate hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes.  If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances

As a Defence security clearance required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances.

Further information regarding security clearances.