Welder

Purpose of the Role

The Welder will be responsible for heavy fabrication and repair work, specifically on large mining buckets and related industrial equipment. They should have a strong background in welding thick materials, structural components, and wear parts, with a focus on safety, precision, and durability.

Why Choose Weir

Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future. At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It's a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual's contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities

• MIG Welding: Perform MIG welding on large scale mining buckets and heavy equipment components. Conduct structural repairs, rebuilds, and modifications using appropriate welding techniques
• Blueprint Reading: Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols
• Mechanical Aptitude: Operate heavy-duty fabrication tools including grinders, torches, and plasma cutters
• Quality Inspection: Inspect welds for quality and compliance with specifications as determined by blueprints
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture

Qualifications

• Ability to use and run an air arc
• Must pass a welding test to be considered for hire