Factory Hand

Factory Hand


Company
Help Enterprises
Location
Eagle Farm, Queensland, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
91 days ago
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Job Description
About UsHelp is a Queensland-based social enterprise helping people with disability lead fulfilling and independent lives. Over the past 50+ years, we’ve created an integrated network of services to provide people with disability the essentials, routine, and stretch they seek in life. Whether it’s employment, learning, living arrangements, community involvement, or anything else in between – we work alongside people to help them achieve the things they set out to. We do this with the help of our social enterprise businesses, organisational partnerships, and DES and NDIS service streams. We like to think of it as an ecosystem of opportunity.What’s in it for you?BenefitsAt Help we believe that every person is the master of their journey. And that starts with our team. We strive to create an environment where employees openly embrace our mission and vision and can live our values every day. As a valued member of our team we’re committed to looking after you, by offering some great benefits including:Excellent salary sacrificing benefits! Package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free, and additional $2,560 for meal and entertainment expensesA supportive work environment which values your personal and professional life, ensuring a perfect work-life balanceRecognition of loyalty through our Service Award ProgramFree counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)The opportunity to make a difference in the lives of people with disability.Your key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:Meet production targets as directed by the Team Leader Maintain a professional standard of personal appearance and conduct. Assist in maintaining a workplace that is safe, clean and uncluttered and to report any concerns regarding equipment to the Team Leader Work with Team Leader or Production Support Officer to achieve personal work goals Operate machinery such as welders, presses, saws, drills and hand tools to manufacture goods as directed by Team Leader Ensure workspace is safe and tidy Use machines safely and as instructed Sign off times on Quality Control sheet as required Other duties as required to meet operational needs Be polite and professional towards any customers who enter the workspace Attending work on rostered days Comply with HELP’s Code of Conduct and all policies, procedures, standards and guidelinesThis Is a Full-Time Position Based AtThis is a Full-Time position based at:Eagle FarmHow to apply for this role?If you are determined to make a difference and want to join our team of HELP Hero’s, we encourage you to submit your application.Applications will be assessed as they are receivedContact: To learn more about this opportunity please contact the Recruitment team on: [email protected] part of our recruitment and selection process, all successful candidates must have or be willing to undertake a range of checks including verification of working rights, Working with Children (Blue Card), NDIS Worker Screening (Yellow Card), current First Aid and CPR certificate, professional reference checks and a national police check.If you would like to learn more about working for us or what we do, we encourage you to visit www.help.org.au or follow us on LinkedIn

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs

Q What is the award minimum hourly rate for welders under the Manufacturing Award in Australia from July 2026?
The Fair Work Ombudsman sets the minimum rate for a qualified welder at AU$29.75 per hour under the Manufacturing and Associated Industries and Occupations Award as of 1 July 2026. Casual welders receive a 25% loading on top of this base rate. Ordinary hours are capped at 38 per week with overtime paid at 1.5 times the rate after that threshold.
Q Which visa allows overseas welders to work in Australia in 2026 and what is the application fee?
The Department of Home Affairs requires welders to obtain a skills assessment and apply for the Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) which permits employment for up to four years. The visa application fee is AU$1,455 for the main applicant as of 2026. Applicants must demonstrate at least three years of relevant experience and achieve a minimum IELTS score of 5.0.
Q What qualification and experience level is required to work as a welder in Australia?
The Fair Work Ombudsman states that welders must hold a Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade or equivalent plus at least two years post-qualification experience to meet award classification level C10. Recognition of prior learning is accepted only when verified by a registered training organisation. No formal licence is mandated nationally but site-specific tickets are often required.
Q How many hours per week and how much annual leave do welders receive under Australian awards in 2026?
The Fair Work Ombudsman confirms welders work a standard 38 ordinary hours per week under the Manufacturing Award with four weeks of paid annual leave accruing each year. Leave loading of 17.5% applies when leave is taken. Additional personal leave of 10 days per year is provided on top of annual leave.
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