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With a workforce of more than 3,000 employees, our ability to adapt and evolve keeps us firmly positioned as global leaders in the wear solutions market.\nAbout the role\nAt Bradken, we are equipping the resource sector to sustainably advance society. We are currently seeking an experienced First Class Welder to join our Manufacturing team in a full-time, permanent position based in Bassendean.\nIn this hands-on role, you will be responsible for producing high-quality welds on mining wear products and heavy industrial components, ensuring all work is completed safely, accurately and to specification. Your expertise will play a critical role in delivering reliable solutions for customers across the global mining industry.\nThis role is ideal for a trade-qualified welder who takes pride in precision workmanship, delivering exceptional weld quality and working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.\nYou will contribute to the safe and efficient manufacture and refurbishment of mining equipment while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and maintaining Bradken's high standards for safety, quality and performance.\nIn this role, you will:\nPerform high-quality welding on mining wear products and components in accordance with engineering drawings, welding procedures and quality specifications.\nExecute a variety of welding processes while maintaining exceptional workmanship and weld integrity standards.\nPrepare, position and weld components to required tolerances and specifications.\nConduct visual inspections of completed welds to ensure compliance with quality and customer requirements.\nInterpret engineering drawings, weld symbols and fabrication instructions to accurately complete production tasks.\nCarry out gouging, grinding and weld preparation activities to support efficient production outcomes.\nIdentify and report weld defects, quality concerns and opportunities for process improvement.\nWork closely with Supervisors, Leading Hands and team members to achieve production targets and delivery schedules.\nMaintain welding equipment, tools and work areas in a safe and serviceable condition.\nPromote a strong safety culture by complying with all safety procedures and actively participating in continuous improvement initiatives.\nWhat you'll bring:\nTrade qualification as a First Class Welder, Welder, or equivalent fabrication trade qualification.\nDemonstrated experience performing high-quality welding within a heavy manufacturing, mining, engineering or industrial environment.\nStrong knowledge of welding techniques, welding procedures and weld quality requirements.\nAbility to interpret engineering drawings, welding symbols and technical specifications.\nExperience working with carbon steel, wear-resistant materials and heavy fabricated components.\nExcellent attention to detail with a focus on producing high-quality welds and minimising rework.\nStrong understanding of workplace health, safety and quality requirements.\nAbility to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.\nProven commitment to continuous improvement, reliability and professional workmanship.\nForklift, Dogging, Rigging or Working at Heights tickets will be highly regarded.\nWhy join Bradken?\nBradken is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and collaborative workplace where people are encouraged to challenge existing thinking and develop better solutions.\nWe offer:\nFull-time permanent position with long-term career opportunities.\nIncome Protection Insurance.\nOpportunity to transfer accrued sick/carer's leave to annual leave.\nOngoing training and development, including formal upskilling and qualification upgrade pathways.\nOpportunity to work on large-scale mining wear solutions used across the global resources sector.\nBe part of a global organisation committed to safety, innovation and continuous improvement.\nSupportive team environment with opportunities to further develop your welding expertise and technical skills.\nIf you're an experienced First Class Welder looking to join a team that values safety, quality and craftsmanship, we'd love to hear from you. 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