Robot Operator/Welder
Company
Digga Australia
Location
Yatala, Queensland, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
21 days ago
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Job Description
Modern facility & equipment Onsite parking Early finish on Fridays Digga is Australia's leading manufacturer of Machinery Attachments for the Earthmoving & Construction industry. We are a family owned and operated, multi-award winning, global company, with 5 state of the art facilities worldwide. Our product & passion for providing total customer solutions is second to none. We pride ourselves on our ability to manufacture up to 85% of components in house, here, in our 12,500sqm Yatala facility.We require motivated and committed Robot Operators with welding experience to work in our Robotics team, with day and afternoon shifts available (Afternoon shift attracts a loading which is an additional 15% of your hourly rate).Working in a production environment, you will be responsible for safe, quality robotic welding of our range of manufactured equipment to a high-quality standard.Robot Operator Or Welder/ Experience & QualificationsExperience in welding with demonstrated on the job experienceAn ability to operate state of the art robotic welding cellsExperience in reading and interpreting drawingsAn ability to operate hand and machine toolsFitness to perform the physical requirements of the roleA strong work ethicCurrent forklift licence an advantage but not essentialSpecific job inclusions PPE & tools suppliedFronius welding machines (TPI Welders)Individual jib crane & extraction unit per bayCompanyOpportunities for career progression and additional trainingFree EAP service for staff and their familiesFitness AppExclusive offers for well-known/leading brands and company’sWellbeing toolkitsAssessments and support programs covering financial, mental, physical and social wellbeingStaff events such as company BBQs, Christmas parties etc.Permanent, full-time and casual roles available. A pre-employment medical will be required for permanent appointments.We are seeking hard-working and reliable individuals to join our Digga family. Digga is an organisation that provides opportunities to gather a variety of skillsets for professional growth. If you are looking for an innovative employer and a long-term career, then Digga is the place for you to call home. Interested applicants are encouraged to view our website www.digga.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
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.
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.
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.
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.
