Special Class Welder at Kent

, Western Australia, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

FCAW, GTAW, SMAW, Cutting, Grinding, Shaping Metals, Weld Procedures, Quality Control, Fabrication Drawings Interpretation, Workplace Safety, PPE Utilization, Welding Equipment Maintenance, Record Keeping, Pipefitting Assistance, Boilermaker Assistance

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

About the Role: Due to rescheduling recently undertaken, Kent Projects requires additional Blue-Collar resources to undertake discrete work scopes/packages on the Ampol Future Fuels Project in Lytton. As a Special Class Welder you will play a crucial role in the assembly and welding of various metal components including Piping, Pressure Vessels, Boilers and Tanks. Your expertise in welding techniques and attention to detail will ensure the quality and durability of our products. This position offers an opportunity to work with a dynamic team of professionals in a safe and supportive environment. This is an amazing opportunity to join a critical Australian infrastructure project which will be instrumental in reducing emissions and improving the environment. Responsibilities: * Be a self-starter and able to work both autonomously and as part of a team. * Perform welding tasks using techniques such as FCAW, GTAW, and SMAW based on project requirements and material specifications. * Prepare materials for welding, including cutting, grinding, and shaping metals to precise measurements. * Maintain all correct consumables, feeds, amperages and pre heat in accordance with applicable weld procedures. * Weld piping and components in sequence to eliminate shrinkage and distortion. * Remove tack welds, clean and restore weld preparations where required * Follow quality control systems and techniques * Interpret engineering and detail fabrication drawings, specifications and standards * Demonstrate a commitment to workplace safety and the safety of your co-workers; * Utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. * Maintain and care for welding equipment, tools, and machinery, ensuring they are in proper working condition. * Collaborate with other team members, including engineers, QA/QC inspectors, and construction management team, to achieve project goals and timelines. * Keep detailed records of work performed: including Daily weld logs, Consumable logs, Workpacks and Weld maps. * Assist Pipefitters and Boilermakers as required in their duties. * Stay updated on industry trends, new welding technologies, and best practices to enhance skills and knowledge. About You: Our ideal candidate will have a Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade (Boilermaker) or equivalent, with the ability to pass a 6G pipe weld test to ASME IX / AS/NZS 3992 using GTAW and SMAW processes. They will bring proven experience welding A106, A333, and stainless steels to a minimum industry standard, along with current Work at Heights and Confined Space competencies (within the last three years). A Construction White Card and a valid Australian C Class driver’s licence are also essential. Benefits: * Attractive salary & benefits * Health & Wellbeing Program * Discounted Gym Membership * Employee Assistance Program * Inclusion & Belonging Program * Health insurance discount * Work for a brand that's been in the industry for over 100 years * Great Culture | Safety Focused | Collaborative Team * Opportunity to work on some of the largest Projects on the energy world stage If you would like to be considered, please submit your application. Due to the expected volume of candidates, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted. Kent is committed to workplace diversity and strongly encourages female and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders candidates to apply. About you: Join us. Unleash your energy within. If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we’re the team for you. We've created a new breed of company – future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector. We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we’re far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage. We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We’re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process. Our purpose and beliefs: As Kent, we’re tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined. It’s the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet: We PLAY BIG We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE We are built on INFINITE THINKING Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us [https://kentplc.com/who-we-are/purpose-beliefs]: Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging: We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We’re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging. Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.

Responsibilities

The Special Class Welder will be responsible for the assembly and welding of components such as Piping, Pressure Vessels, Boilers, and Tanks using techniques like FCAW, GTAW, and SMAW, while strictly adhering to weld procedures and quality control systems. Key duties also involve preparing materials, interpreting drawings, maintaining equipment, and keeping detailed work records for the project.