Fabrication/Welding Apprentice

Looking at securing a long-term career in the Building industry?  Your apprenticeship is the start of a professional careerWe have a number of positions for enthusiastic people looking to start or continue their fabrication/welding apprenticeship.Wage Award: National wage AwardMode: Full time = 38 hours per weekPeriod of Apprenticeship: up to 4 YearsTraining: Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication TradeLocation: PakenhamDESCRIPTION: The client is one of Australia's leading manufacturers and suppliers of relocatable modular buildings , specialising in the design, manufacture and installation of relocatable buildings for the construction, mining, commercial and educational sectors.  The role involves:Structural steel workGeneral engineeringOnsite fabricationDUTIES:Perform engineering measurementsPerform routine welding using multiple techniquesApply fabrication, forming and shaping techniquesStudy blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine job requirements selecting, cleaning and preparing metal stockCut marked-out metal sections and shapes using hand tools, flame cutting torches and metal cutting machinesShaping and bending metal sections and pipes using hand and machine tools, and by heating and hammeringAligning parts to be joined using hand tools and measuring instrumentsJoining metal sections using various welding techniques, bolting and rivetingExamining welds for width of bead, penetration and precisionFinishing products by cleaning, polishing, filing and bathing in acidic solutionsCleaning and smoothing welds by filing, chiselling and grindingUse safe and appropriate means to access (both internal and external) for building and construction sites and trade school environmentsFollow appropriate safety practices when using ladders, other access ways, handrails, barriers, scaffolding and mechanical lifts (trained/licensed users only)Follow established policies and procedures for Protective Personal Apparel (PPE) use and the use or non-use of devices such as mobile phone in workplace and training environmentsFollow appropriate manual handling techniques for manual tasks including lifting and moving itemsFollow safety and environmental practices for handling building products, fluids and waste productsCarry out the theory and practical assessment tasks in a building site/training centreFollow written and verbal instructions in workplace and trade school environmentsCommunicate and interact with others in workplace and trade school environments, may include customer interactionRead and interpret various types of construction/architectural diagramsFollow HIA APPRENTICES induction processes and codes of conduct.ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:A willingness to develop skills and knowledge in this tradePhysical fitness and the ability to undertake manual labour for extended periodsBe a safe confident workerWillingness to travelCI Card (White Card) (or be willing to obtain prior to starting)Enjoy practical and manual workAbility to follow instructions and communicate effectivelyMinimum of year 10 schoolingA SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL IDEALLY:Certificate II/ Pre-App Domestic building experience / exposure to a jobsiteBe reliable, enthusiastic and willing to work as part of a team.Have a car and licence is generally required due to changing sitesWHO ARE HIA APPRENTICES?HIA Apprentices are leaders in the selection, management and training of apprentices in the domestic building industry. Established over 30 years ago, we make it easier for young people to get a trade, and help builders and contractors take them on.WHY HIA APPRENTICES?Award wages paid on time – you just need to submit your timesheetFull time opportunity - Immediate startAccess to a Very Low interest loan of $20,000 to buy tools / car etc.Personal Protective Equipment – this is your safety boots, safety glasses, ear muffs – the things that keep you protected whilst workingMentoring and ongoing support throughout your apprenticeshipWe take care of everything for you, from the start to the completion of your apprenticeship, so you can concentrate on getting the skills for a very rewarding career that counts.Some tasks will require moderate dexterity and moderate to high physical exertion through varied working positions, e.g. standing, kneeling, bending and overhead positions, working at heights plus digging and handling building products.Apprentices are expected to be available during required working hours for both work placements and trade school/training centre environments and make their own safe travel arrangements.Please note that all tasks carried out in conjunction with this position will be done so in accordance with WHS/OHS legislative requirements, codes of practice, job safety analysis and safe working/operating procedures. AUD Australia - VIC Melbourne - All locations Eastern Suburbs Pakenham 3810

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