Skilled General Engineer
General Engineer/Fabricator/Welder - Full Time, Permanent
Location: Washdyke, TimaruHours: Minimum 45 hours/week, Monday to Friday (Additional hours as needed)
Join a Strong Local Business with a Friendly Culture
Thompson Construction and Engineering is a well-established, family-owned business based in Washdyke, Timaru. We're proud of our long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality projects and fostering a positive, supportive work environment.
We are looking for a skilled and self-motivated individual to join our growing team in a full time permanent General Engineering/Fabricator/Welder role. This is a varied position that includes:- General Engineering and maintenance on a diverse fleet of large vehicles and machinery
- Fabrication and welding of structural steel components for construction projects. eg stairs, handrails etc.
We are looking for candidates with a strong work ethic, good communication skills, and relevant hands-on experience. The ideal candidate will have: Minimum of five years' experience welding and fabricating
Experience using gantry cranes, support offered in-house.Proficiency using TIG and Core Flux welding
A full New Zealand Driver's license
Forklift and wheel endorsement, a nice to have, and can be gained on the job
Ability to work unsupervised and as a team member.
Certifications:Certification in FCAW and MMAW is beneficial due to the nature of our projects. We fully support our employees in maintaining and updating their certifications to meet current project and industry requirements.
What We Offer:- A friendly, family-oriented culture
- A modern workshop equipped with quality tools and equipment
- A health and safety focused environment
- Ongoing training and professional development
- A stable and permanent role in a growing business
Apply now and sent in your CV along with a cover letter recording your work history and start the journey part of a team that takes pride in quality work and a has a friendly work culture.