Senior Fabricators (Stainless-Steel)

About the Company Longveld is a proudly New Zealand-owned business founded in 1992, recognized for our award-winning people-first culture. We adhere to our core values of courage, wholeheartedness, and appreciation. Our expertise lies in designing and delivering engineered metal solutions across various sectors, including transport, infrastructure, dairy, and public art. We serve clients both in Aotearoa and internationally, and we are known for our precision and quality from concept and prototyping through to fabrication and installation. About the Role We are currently seeking experienced Senior Fabricators to join our team. If you have a passion for stainless steel and possess at least three years of industry experience or have completed a Level 4 Certificate in Light Fabrication, we would love to hear from you. In this role, your key responsibilities will include: - Analyzing, initiating, and leading jobs from start to finish, collaborating with Project Engineers and the trade team to ensure timely and high-quality job completion. - Providing clarity, direction, and hands-on support to team members for various jobs, projects, and tasks. - Offering leadership and mentorship to junior team members, including on-the-job coaching. - Fabricating stainless steel vessels, pipe runs, ducting, and transitions to meet food-grade standards. - Reading and interpreting CAD drawings. - Conducting TIG welding with light gauge materials, including sanitary welds with back purge. About You We are looking for a motivated, solutions-focused team player who takes pride in delivering exceptional results. You should possess strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement. To be successful in this role, you will need: - At least five years of experience in light gauge stainless steel fabrication, ideally to food-grade standards. Significant TIG welding experience is essential. - A Level 4 NZ Certificate in Engineering Fabrication (Trade) with strands in Light Fabrication, an equivalent qualification, or you should be a journeyman. - Experience working with 304 and 316 stainless steel. - Obtained NZS 4703, NZS 4711, or ASME IX tickets. - A proactive and positive attitude towards health and safety. - The right to live and work in New Zealand. Benefits Joining Longveld means becoming part of a dynamic team that values its employees. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a chance to contribute to exciting projects that make a difference. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and meet our requirements, we encourage you to apply.