Welder/Fabrication Tradesperson

Thrive in a dynamic role as you shape WA’s water future. 

We are looking for people who are inspired to find better solutions, so together we can shape WA’s water future. At Water Corporation, we pride ourselves on being more than just a workplace. Our community is made up of committed and energetic individuals who prioritise a healthy work-life balance and embrace a diverse and vibrant culture.

We are hiring! 

This is a permanent, full-time opportunity for a skilled Welder/Fabrication Tradesperson to join our team at the Kelmscott depot.

If you’re hands-on, safety-focused, and ready to work on a diverse variety of operational assets, this could be the perfect fit for you.

While the role is set to kick off in December, we’re getting ahead of the game with recruitment.

This is an exciting opportunity, and we want to make sure we find the right person early!

If you’re keen to plan your next move and be part of something great, now’s the perfect time to apply!

This position is available from early December 2025!

Real benefits that matter

• Flexible work options such as 9-day fortnight (RDO)
• Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
• Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
• Generous co-contribution superannuation scheme, which offers up to 16%. This includes an 12% standard employer contribution, plus an additional 2% employer co-contribution that matches your own 2% contribution.
• Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave

Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.

Key Accountabilities.

In this role, you'll be setting the standard for safety. Lead with care in making sure safe work practices are part of everything you do.

You'll also play a key part in helping the team adapt to changes that improve how we work together across operations and maintenance.

Delivering great service is central to what we do, so you will be helping us meet customer expectations while staying true to our values.

You will be involved in both fabrication and repairs, using existing design standards or contributing to the Safety in Design process, across all the Treatment and Resource Recovery assets.

You will be responsible for keeping equipment and machinery in good working order, making sure everything meets engineering and legal standards.

If you spot opportunities to improve safety or efficiency, you'll share those with your Team Leader.

And above all, you'll take ownership of your own safety and behaviour, while encouraging your team to do the same.

Key skills and experience:

We are seeking a Fabrication/Welding Trade qualified candidate, ideally possessing experience in:

• Repair of Metal cement lined water pipe and associated equipment within the Water Industry
• Fabrication of structural and pressurised services from design drawings. i.e. Handrailing, pipework and gates.
• Aluminium and Stainless-steel fabrication/welding, including sheet metal work.
• Producing drawings to initiate the Safety in Design process prior to fabricating
• Compliance to welding procedures and submitting test pieces to remain current.
• Repairs to a diverse range of infrastructure assets

Your dedication to Occupational Health and Safety including hazard identification and well-developed communication skills are essential for this position along with the following:

• Current “LR” driver’s licence
• Relevant High-Risk Licenses, Forklift, Dogman & Elevated Work Platform
• Nationally recognised training in Confined Space & Working at Heights
• Minimum of 2 years trade experience

Sound like a match? Apply today

If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role. 

As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check police clearance and Australian working rights check.  

Applications close 6^th October 2025 

We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date. 

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace: 

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.

We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.

Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 08 9420 2000.

To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website