We are seeking a skilled Class Approved Welder to perform high-quality welding and fabrication work on marine vessels, ship repair projects, and structural components in compliance with classification society standards. The ideal candidate must hold valid welding approvals from recognized classification bodies and have strong experience in shipyard or marine repair environments, ensuring precision, safety, and adherence to international welding standards..
Responsible for carrying out welding and fabrication activities on ships, offshore structures, and marine equipment in accordance with approved welding procedures and class requirements. The role involves interpreting technical drawings, performing structural welding using various techniques, and ensuring all work meets quality, safety, and classification society standards. The welder will work closely with supervisors, engineers, and inspection teams during repair, maintenance, and fabrication projects.
• Perform welding activities on ship structures, pipelines, and marine
equipment as per class-approved procedures
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, welding symbols, and work
instructions
• Carry out SMAW, GTAW, FCAW, or MIG/MAG welding as required by
job specifications
• Ensure weld quality meets classification society standards and
inspection requirements
• Conduct repair and fabrication work during dry-docking and onboard
maintenance
• Assist in cutting, fitting, and alignment of metal structures before
welding
• Perform defect identification and rework as per inspection feedback
• Maintain welding equipment and ensure safe working practices
• Follow all safety, environmental, and shipyard regulations strictly
• Coordinate with supervisors, inspectors, and quality control teams.
• Valid Class Approved Welder Certificate from recognized classification
society (ABS / DNV / LR / BV or equivalent)
• Minimum 3–8 years of welding experience in shipyard, marine, or
offshore industry
• Proficiency in multiple welding processes (SMAW / GTAW / FCAW
preferred)
• Ability to read technical drawings and welding symbols
• Good understanding of marine steel structures and fabrication standards
• Experience in ship repair, dry-docking, or offshore fabrication projects
• Additional welding certifications (6G position, multi-position welding
approval)
• Familiarity with NDT basics (visual inspection, dye penetrant awareness)
• Experience working under classification society inspection conditions
• Knowledge of safety standards in shipyards and confined space work
Welding of marine structures, SMAW, GTAW, FCAW welding processes, reading engineering drawings, ship repair welding, structural fabrication, welding under class inspection, metal cutting and fitting, defect repair welding, safety compliance in shipyard environments
• Strong attention to detail and quality focus
• High safety awareness and discipline in work practices
• Ability to work in physically demanding and challenging environments
• Good teamwork and coordination with supervisors and crew
• Time management and ability to complete work within deadlines
• Adaptability to shipyard and onboard vessel conditions
• Problem-solving attitude during repair and fabrication work
• Reliability and responsibility in following instructions and procedures
• competitive salary
• Flexible work arrangements
Join our team and be part of Australia's leading marine services provider.
Application deadline: July 26, 2026