Pipe Welder

Pipe Welder


Company
Pructon
Location
Kemps Creek, New South Wales, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
66 days ago
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Job Description
Kemps Creek, Sydney, NSWPosition: Full-timeHours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 5:00pm. Occasional Saturday work may be required.About PructonPructon is an Australian-owned, innovative, multi-disciplined engineering, construction, and maintenance company with over 12 years of industry experience across the mining, oil and gas, and water infrastructure sectors. Operating across Australia, Pructon has established itself as a dynamic enterprise, delivering outstanding results for a diverse range of projects and clients.About The RoleDue to exciting growth, we are seeking an experienced Pipe Welder to join our site-based team for the Upper South Creek Advanced Water Recycling Centre (AWRC) project – a significant initiative by Sydney Water, located in Kemps Creek, Western Sydney. In this role, you will be responsible for:Welding of carbon pipe work to AS4041 and B31.3 standards.Welding of stainless-steel schedule 10 pipe work to AS4041 and 1554.6 standards.Performing GTAW and GMAW welding (essential).Working in and around pipe racks. Working independently with minimal supervision.Experience working in and around local sites.About YouTo be successful in the role, you will possess the following skills and qualifications:Trade certificate.Experience in welding carbon steel pipe work.Experience in welding schedule 10 stainless-steel pipe work.Working at Heights (WAH) and Confined Space certifications (required).EWP certification (preferred but not essential).Telehandler certification (preferred but not essential).Strong team player with excellent collaboration skills.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Packing Jobs

Q What is the minimum hourly rate for casual packing jobs in Australian warehouses in 2026?
As of 1 July 2026, the national minimum wage is AU$25.65 per hour under the Fair Work Act. Casual packing workers under the Storage Services and Wholesale Award receive an additional 25% loading, totalling AU$32.06 per hour. Penalty rates apply at 150% on Saturdays and 200% on Sundays.
Q What visa is required for international job seekers to work in packing jobs in Australia in 2026?
The Working Holiday visa (subclass 417 or 462) allows holders aged 18-30 (or 35 for some countries) to work in packing jobs for up to 6 months per employer. The application fee is AU$635, and processing takes 4-6 weeks. No skills assessment is needed for unskilled packing roles.
Q Do I need prior experience or qualifications to start a packing job in Australia with no background?
Packing jobs are classified as entry-level under most awards, requiring no formal education, certificates, or experience. Applicants must be at least 15 years old and physically fit for lifting up to 20kg. On-the-job training is provided within the first week.
Q What documents do I need to apply and commence a packing job in Australia?
Required documents include a current resume, Tax File Number (TFN), proof of right to work (visa or citizenship), and superannuation fund details for 12% employer contributions from 1 July 2026. Background checks are not mandatory unless handling valuables. Submit via employer portals or in-person interviews.
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