Fabricators/Second Class Welders
Company
Digga Australia
Location
Yatala, Queensland, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
14 days ago
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Job Description
Modern facility & equipment Onsite parking Early finish on Fridays Digga is Australia's leading manufacturer of Machinery Attachments for the Earthmoving & Construction industry. We are a family owned and operated, multi-award winning, global company, with 5 state of the art facilities worldwide, our product & passion for providing total customer solutions is second to none. We pride ourselves on our ability to manufacture up to 85% of components in house, here, in our 12,500sqm Yatala facility.We require motivated and committed Fabricators/Second Class Welders to work in our Fabrication or Robotics teams, with day and afternoon shifts available (Afternoon shift attracts a loading which is an additional 15% of your hourly rate).Working in a production environment, you will be responsible for safe, quality welding of our range of attachments which includes but is not limited to: Loaders, Buckets, Brooms, Slashers and Augers.Fabricator/Second Class Welder Responsibilities / Experience & QualificationsTrade Qualification or relevant work experience including previous MIG welding experienceWelding of products according to drawings and specificationsProven track record working in cutting, welding, fabricating and the use of hand toolsExperience in reading and interpreting drawingsExperience with robotic welders highly regardedHigh attention to detailA strong work ethicCurrent forklift licence an advantageSpecific job inclusions PPE & Tools SuppliedFronius Welding Machines (TPI Welders)Individual Jib Crane & Extraction Unit per bayCompanyOpportunities for career progression and additional trainingFree EAP service for staff and their familiesFitness AppExclusive offers for well-known/leading brands and company’sWellbeing toolkitsAssessments and support programs covering Financial, Mental, Physical and Social WellbeingStaff events such as company BBQs, Christmas Parties etc.Permanent Full Time and casual roles available. A pre-employment medical will be required for permanent appointments.We are seeking hard-working and reliable individuals to join our Digga Family. Digga is an organisation that provides opportunities to gather a variety of skillsets for professional growth. If you are looking for an innovative employer and a long-term career, then Digga is the place for you to call home. Interested applicants are encouraged to view our website www.digga.com.
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What is the minimum hourly rate for entry-level security guards in Australia in 2026?
As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, under the Security Services Industry Award 2020, the minimum hourly rate for a Level 1 Security Officer is AU$28.45 as of 1 July 2026. Full-time workers are entitled to 38 ordinary hours per week, equating to AU$1,081.10 weekly before tax. Casual security guards receive a 25% casual loading, bringing the rate to AU$35.56 per hour.
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As per the Department of Home Affairs, Working Holiday visa holders (subclasses 417 and 462) can work unlimited hours as security guards for up to 12 months per employer. Student visa (subclass 500) holders can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study periods and unlimited during scheduled breaks. Sponsored roles may qualify for the Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482) if nominated by an approved employer.
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As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, no prior experience is needed for entry-level security officer roles under the industry award, but a Certificate II in Security Operations (CPP20218) requiring 140 hours of training is mandatory. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid security license. The training covers conflict resolution, patrol techniques, and report writing.
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