Master Seamer, HDPE Geomembrane Welding/ Plastics Technician

at  Fabtech Australia

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Competitive salary and benefits $73,150 to $105,000 plus superannuation (excluding Overtime and penalty rates) is offered based on 38 hour week
• Contract positions available 20-26 week assignment in QLD
  Fabtech is a national market leader in the provision of flexible geomembrane and environmental solutions for the water, oil and gas, resources, and landfill industries.
  We have experienced significant growth over the last few years which has resulted in securing a large portfolio of projects and created multiple opportunities for flexible and highly motivated individuals to join our dynamic team.
  We have positions available for qualified and experienced Master Seamers to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on some of the largest lining projects in Australia.
  Skills or experience required for the position: At least 3 years relevant experience in the last 5 years.
  The Master Seamer will-set up and maintain welding equipment and perform quality geomembrane welding and construction techniques which deliver on quality and productivity, as assigned by the Supervisor.

• Reviewing project drawings/instructions to ensure construction requirements are understood
• Setting-up wedge welders and extrusion welders and documents via set-up log
• Ensuring that the correct material is used for specific jobs
• Operating complex welding tools including wedge welders and extruding machines that require regulation of temperature, pressure, speed, and flow of operation
• Ensuring correct methodology is used to fabricate geomembrane materials including measurements, cutting, shaping, and fitting
• Reporting any faulty equipment to the Leading Hand or Supervisor and undertaking repairs of equipment. Performing both preventative and corrective maintenance of welding equipment
• Performing geomembrane welding unsupervised, using products including HDPE, Polypropylene, LLDPE and any other applicable products
• Testing the integrity of all plastic welds and ensuring all welds meet the minimum requirements
• Assisting fill sandbags and deploy sheets of material
• Undergoing training in the use of appropriate plant and equipment
• Adhering to all National, State, and local WHSE requirements