Fabricator Welder 2025

Fabricator Welder

Giltrap Engineering Ltd (Giltrap Ag)
Otorohanga, Waikato
Other (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics) – Full Time
Posted 20d ago • Medium application volume

About the Company

Giltrap Ag, part of Giltrap Engineering Ltd, is a forward-thinking and highly respected manufacturer of premium agricultural machinery. With production facilities located in Otorohanga and Timaru, we supply innovative, durable, and high-performing farm equipment to customers across New Zealand and international markets.

Our commitment to engineering excellence, quality workmanship, and continuous improvement has made us a trusted name within the agricultural machinery sector. As our operations grow, we are expanding our team and looking for skilled tradespeople who want to contribute to our success story.

About the Role

We are seeking a full-time Fabricator Welder to join our busy and motivated team at our Otorohanga site. This role is ideal for someone looking to start in the new year and who brings solid experience in fabrication, MIG welding, and working with engineered components.

You will be part of a professional production team responsible for manufacturing final machinery assemblies and component parts to precise standards. Attention to detail, safety awareness, and the ability to collaborate effectively are essential.

Key Responsibilities

As a Fabricator Welder, your duties will include:

• Carrying out fabrication and MIG welding on machinery, equipment frames, and engineered components
• Reading, understanding, and working confidently from engineering drawings
• Operating fabrication tools, machinery, and workshop equipment safely and effectively
• Performing quality checks to ensure all work meets Giltrap’s high manufacturing standards
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe workstation in accordance with workplace health & safety requirements
• Collaborating with other team members and contributing to a positive workflow to meet production targets and deadlines
• Assisting with other general workshop tasks when required

What We’re Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Proven fabrication and MIG welding experience (essential)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering and technical drawings
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work
• Good teamwork and communication skills
• A reliable, positive, and proactive work ethic
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test, along with ongoing random testing
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand or a valid work visa

Experience in agricultural machinery manufacturing or heavy fabrication will be an advantage but is not essential.

Why Join Giltrap Ag?

• Work with a respected New Zealand manufacturer with a long-standing reputation for quality
• Join a supportive, skilled, and friendly team environment
• Opportunities to grow your technical skills within a progressive engineering business
• Contribute to the production of machinery used by farmers worldwide
• Stable, full-time employment and long-term career prospects

How to Apply

If you’re ready to take the next step in your welding and fabrication career, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply using the Quick Apply option and include your CV along with any relevant certificates or references.

Start your journey with Giltrap Ag and become part of a company that values craftsmanship, innovation, and teamwork.

Employer Questions

You will be asked the following during your application:

1. Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
2. How many years of experience do you have as a Welder Fabricator?
3. How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
4. Are you willing to undergo pre-employment drug and alcohol screening?

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