Fitter/Welder/Forklift Operator Trade Qualified

Company Description

Strait Link has a proud history of being a vital link between Victoria and Tasmania, providing daily sea freight services between Port of Melbourne in Victoria and the Port Burnie in Tasmania. We contribute to the Australian economy by being a key part of the supply chain between Tasmania and the Australian mainland, connecting local Australian customers to markets across the world.

Everyday our people, on vessels, at our ports and in our offices play a vital role in connecting local Australian customers to markets across the world.

As an employer of Australian seafarers, we take pride in developing the next generation of seafarers and are always on the lookout for talented people to join our inclusive, local community minded and enterprising workforce.

An inclusive workplace, works for everyone:

We celebrate difference. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that gives everyone the chance to contribute to a bigger and brighter future with us. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and invite applicants of all ages, cultural backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, people living with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply. Strait Link acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia.

Company Values

Our values Care, Trust, Connected are the foundation of everything we do here at Strait Link. They underpin how we go about performing our roles and activities every day when we are at work and representing the Strait Link business.​

We are seeking a someone (trade qualified) who has experience as a Welder to join our team located in Burnie Tasmania. This is a casual position.

This role will see you being responsible for repairs and maintenance of transport equipment and shipping line equipment, fabrication and some site work. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Some of the duties and responsibilites may include the following:

• Carry our all instructions within set timeframes
• Always work in a safe manner
• Complete time sheets and relevant work sheets.
• Complete repains and maintenance as directed
• Report all damages, faulty equipment and/or accidents
• Participate in OH&S & OH&S Toolbox meetings

Essential Skills:

• Sound knowledge f welding and workshop practices
• Strong service orientation
• Understanding of requirements for handling dangerous goods
• Competent in the use of MIG welding techniques
• Competent in using oxy and acetylene equipment and in the use of hand and powered tools
• Sound understanding in the concep of providing a service to clients in a third part contracted logistics

About you:

• Good communications skills, both verbal and written
• Being a team player
• Willingness to learn
• Minimum Year 10 (year 12 preferred) qualifications
• Welding certificates or undertaking of a Welding course (preferred)
• Licences: Car. 

What we offer:

• Safe and supportive work environment
• Opportunity for career progression

If you feel you have any of the above or more inline with the role, please feel free to apply.