Marine Welder Fitter at StraitNZ

Marine Welder / Fabricator Wellington | Full Time | $93,350 per annum + Overtime Bluebridge is looking for an experienced Marine Welder / Fabricator to join our workshop team. This role is for someone who can weld, fabricate, fit pipework, and solve problems. Our vessels operate 24/7, and we need people who can deliver quality work in a fast-moving environment where priorities can change quickly. You'll work both in the workshop and onboard our ferries carrying out repairs, maintenance, fabrication, and installation work. What You'll Be Doing Structural steel repairs and fabrication Pipe fabrication, fitting, and installation Welding carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminium Marine maintenance and repair work Vessel modifications and upgrade projects Reading and working from drawings and sketches Planned maintenance and breakdown repairs Working independently and as part of a team Essential Requirements ASME IX 6G welding qualification Minimum 5 years' experience in ship repair, ship maintenance, or shipyard environments Proven pipe welding and pipe fitting experience Full New Zealand driver's licence Skills Stick welding MIG welding TIG welding Pipe welding Pipe fitting Cutting and fabrication Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability Ability to work safely under pressure Ability to adapt when priorities change Working Hours This position is based on a 40-hour work week with overtime opportunities. Applicants must be willing to: Work overtime when required Work weekends, including Saturdays and Sundays Occasionally work night shifts during vessel maintenance periods, refits, and operational requirements Flexibility is essential, as much of our maintenance work is carried out around vessel schedules. What We Offer Salary of $93,350 per annum Overtime paid in addition to salary Southern Cross Health Insurance Discounted Bluebridge travel Company superannuation contribution A varied role supporting New Zealand's Cook Strait ferry fleet Pre-Employment Requirements Provide work references Pass a Ministry of Justice check Pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test If you're an experienced marine welder/fabricator with strong pipework skills and enjoy working in a practical, fast-paced environment, we'd like to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr