TRADES ASSISTANT – WELDING / FABRICATION

Apply now for local welding and fabricating work in the South Burnett as a Trades Assistant with Kewpie Steel in Kingaroy.
  • Flexibility for full-time, part-time or casual
  • Pay rates to reflect skills, experience or tickets.
  • Monday to Friday work week, with occasional weekend overtime available as needed

The Opportunity:

Local work is available for a Trades Assistant with basic welding and fabricating skills to join the team at Kewpie Steel in Kingaroy.

The position can be tailored to preferences for full-time, part-time or casual to assist with workshop-based welding / fabricating projects in Kingaroy and other on-site work within the South Burnett.

The Benefits:

  • Flexibility for full-time, part-time or casual employment.
  • Pay rates to reflect skills, experience or tickets.
  • Opportunity to learn and develop new skills.
  • Strong and supportive team culture.
  • Monday to Friday work week, with occasional weekend overtime available as needed.

Scope of the Role:

Depending on the skill level of the successful applicant, welding and fabricating projects will vary to include:

  • General welding.
  • Sheet metal work and steel cutting.
  • Interpreting basic plans and conceptual drawings.
  • Component assembly.
  • Plant and facility maintenance
  • Maintaining high workplace safety standards.

The Successful Applicant:

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate:

  • A minimum of basic welding and fabrication experience.
  • Mechanical aptitude with practical problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret basic drawings.
  • .A reliable, team-oriented approach in the workplace.
  • Strong commitment to a safe workplace.
  • Current manual driver licence.

Although not essential requirements, preference will be shown to applicants also able to offer any of the following:

  • A farming or rural background.
  • A current forklift licence.

The Employer:

Kewpie commenced as a locally owned South Burnett business in 1968 and now includes several enterprises, including Kewpie Steel, that are operated under the iconic Kewpie banner servicing a diverse range of rural interests.

The Hours:

The workshop is open between 7.00 to 5.00 Monday to Friday with the flexibility to accommodate individually preferred working hours for full-time, part-time or casual employment.

The Pay:

The pay rate will reflect the level of experience and skills.

Applications:

Applications with a current resume should be submitted directly from this website.

Enquiries:

Enquiries may be directed to Employment Matters by calling Bob on 0429 000 139 or Edson on 0416 725 389.

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TRADES ASSISTANT – WELDING / FABRICATION

Posted: 01 Jul, 2026

Location: Kingaroy

Full-time