Sheetmetal Trades Workers

Key responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine job requirements
• Select, inspect, clean, and prepare metal stock (e.g. stainless steel, mild steel, galvanised steel, aluminium, copper)
• Measure and mark out materials and cut using hand tools, power tools, and machinery (e.g. guillotines, drills, cutting torches, CNC or laser equipment)
• Heat, shape, and form metal using presses, folders, rollers, hammers, and furnaces
• Assemble and fit components; join metals by welding, brazing, soldering, riveting, bolting, or screwing
• Inspect weld quality and finish products by grinding, sanding, polishing, and cleaning
• Apply protective and decorative finishes where required
• Install ductwork and associated fittings such as grilles, dampers, and fans
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment safely and in accordance with site and company health & safety requirements

What we’re looking for

• At least three years’ experience as a Sheetmetal Trades Worker in fabrication and/or installation
• Ability to read drawings and work accurately to specifications and measurements
• Competency with relevant fabrication tools and equipment
• Welding experience relevant to sheet metal work
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• A minimum of 30 hours per week

These roles require workers to be available for work in Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Hawke’s Bay, Manawatū-Whanganui, Wellington, Tasman, Nelson, Marlborough, West Coast, Canterbury, Otago, Northland, Gisborne, Taranaki, and Southland. When workers are required to travel, appropriate travel and accommodation expenses will be provided.