Welders Required In Adelaide SA Australia

Century Engineering is looking for multiple skilled Structural Welders to join our day shift team. We’re a growing company working across some of Australia’s most important industries mining, defence, and power and we need tradespeople who take their craft seriously. If you can read technical drawings, weld to high standards, and you’re ready to prove your skills with a weld test, this could be the next step in your career. We’re offering competitive pay, consistent work, and a team that actually supports each other.

Who We Are

Century Engineering is a dynamic, growing company that’s built a reputation for delivering quality work in demanding industries. From defence contracts to mining and power projects, our work matters and the people doing that work matter even more. We’re not a faceless corporation; we’re a team of tradespeople, engineers, and support staff who believe in doing things right the first time. Our culture is built on respect, safety, and looking out for one another. If you want a place where your skills are valued and your effort is recognised, this is it.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Interpreting technical drawings and blueprints: You’ll read and understand engineering drawings to fabricate components accurately.
• Working with specialised tools: You’ll use welding machines, cutting torches, and other equipment to complete your work.
• Collaborating with the team: You’ll work alongside other tradespeople to make sure projects are delivered on time and to spec.
• Upholding safety standards: You’ll keep your workspace organised and follow safety protocols every day.
• Welding to code: You’ll work with MIG, FCAW, and MCAW processes—proficiency with Metal Cored process is a major bonus, as it’s our main process for defence contracts.
• Self-inspecting your work: You’ll check your own welds against the relevant code and hold yourself to a high standard.
• Working to tight tolerances: Precision matters, and you’ll be expected to hit the marks consistently.

What We’re Looking For

• Proficiency in reading and fabricating from engineering drawings this is non-negotiable.
• Ability to understand and comply with Welding Procedure Specifications.
• Strong welding skills with experience in MIG, FCAW, and MCAW.
• Proficiency with Metal Cored process is a major bonus it’s our main process for defence contracts.
• Experience with AS1555.4 and defence codes is a bonus.
• Ability to self-inspect your work and hold yourself accountable.
• Commitment to safety and working well within a team.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Strong timekeeping you show up ready to work.
• Excellent communication skills for working with the team.
• Must be in Australia and have the right to work full time.
• Willingness to pass a pre-qualification weld test: 4G single bevel FPBW with the FCAW process, demonstrating competency to multiple codes.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive hourly rates between $42.50 and $53.75 per hour, depending on experience and employment type.
• Choice of full-time or casual positions to suit your situation.
• Overtime available for those who want the extra hours.
• Diverse, interesting work across mining, defence, power, and water sectors.
• Career growth opportunities with training, mentorship, and pathways to advancement.
• Supportive team culture built on respect, safety, and collaboration.
• Flexible work arrangements and a focus on work-life balance.
• Experienced tradespeople to help you grow your skills.
• PPE provided so you’re equipped and ready.
• Real, hands-on work that actually makes a difference in important industries.
• A team that backs you not just talk, but real support.

Ready to Apply?

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, here’s what to do next:

• Check your eligibility: You must be in Australia and have the full right to work—this is essential.
• Prepare for the weld test: Be ready to demonstrate your skills with a 4G single bevel FPBW using the FCAW process.
• Have your experience ready: Be prepared to show your proficiency with technical drawings and welding codes.
• Click the Quick Apply button above to submit your application—please do not email applications directly.

Important Notes:

• Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered.
• Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• This is a genuine opportunity with a company that values quality work and the people who do it.

We’re reviewing applications as they come in and looking for welders who want to work on projects that matter. If you’re ready to prove your skills and join a team that backs you, we’d like to hear from you. Apply now.