Fabricators / Welders (Full-Time Opportunities)
Company: MPF Engineering Ltd
Location: Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Industry: Trades & Services – Welders & Boilermakers
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $35 – $45 per hour (based on experience)
Work Hours: Minimum 40 hours per week + overtime opportunities
About MPF Engineering Ltd
MPF Engineering Ltd is a privately owned, fast-growing, and dynamic engineering company delivering high-quality fabrication, installation, and maintenance services across New Zealand. With a strong and expanding project pipeline throughout the Bay of Plenty and nationwide extending into 2026 and 2027, we are seeking experienced and skilled professionals to join our team.
Our workforce of approximately 30 dedicated staff operates across site, workshop, and office environments. At MPF Engineering, we value trust, craftsmanship, and teamwork, recognizing that our people are our most valuable asset.
About the Role
We are currently offering permanent full-time positions for highly skilled Fabricator/Welders who are capable of working across a diverse range of industrial projects. This role involves a combination of workshop fabrication and on-site installation, including both short-term and long-term assignments across the Bay of Plenty and wider North Island.
This is not an entry-level role. We are looking for experienced professionals who can confidently apply their expertise to complex engineering projects in demanding environments.
Key Responsibilities
As a Fabricator/Welder at MPF Engineering, your responsibilities will include:
- Performing high-quality welding and fabrication work across various industrial applications
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
- Fabricating and assembling structural components, pipework, and mechanical systems
- Carrying out site installations, maintenance, and shutdown work
- Welding using multiple processes including GTAW (TIG), MIG, and SMAW (Stick)
- Working with carbon steel and stainless steel materials
- Ensuring all work meets required industry codes and safety standards
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient working environment
- Collaborating effectively with team members and working independently when required
Typical Projects Include
You will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects, including:
- Heavy industrial facilities and chemical processing plants
- Timber, food, and dairy processing industries
- Infrastructure and power generation sites
- Ports and large-scale industrial facilities
- Mechanical installations and planned shutdowns
- Pipe spooling (carbon steel, stainless steel, hygienic tubing)
- Fabrication of pressure vessels, tanks, platforms, and walkways
- Industrial refrigeration systems
- Energy sector projects, including geothermal and steam systems
- Stainless steel fabrication for food-grade and dairy applications
- Silos, piping systems, and structural installations
Skills & Experience Required
Essential Requirements:
- Minimum 5+ years of relevant industrial engineering experience (post Level 4 trade certificate or equivalent overseas qualification)
- Proven experience in both fabrication and welding (this role is not suitable for fabrication-only candidates)
- Strong proficiency in welding processes:
- GTAW (TIG)
- MIG
- SMAW (Stick)
- Ability to weld to recognized standards such as:
- ASME IX
- NZS 1554.1
- Demonstrated experience in pipe welding (mandatory for welder-only applicants)
- Ability to pass a pre-employment weld test
- Full, unrestricted driver’s licence (manual preferred)
Preferred (Advantageous):
- Forklift operating experience
- Experience in heavy industrial or energy sector environments
- Knowledge of hygienic stainless steel systems
Soft Skills & Personal Attributes
We are looking for individuals who:
- Can work effectively independently and as part of a team
- Take pride in delivering high-quality workmanship
- Have strong attention to detail
- Are adaptable and capable of solving problems under pressure
- Possess excellent time management and communication skills
- Demonstrate a proactive and safety-focused mindset
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly rate: $35 – $45 per hour (based on experience)
- Guaranteed minimum 40 hours per week
- Regular overtime opportunities with overtime rates after 45 hours
- Diverse and challenging projects across multiple industries
- Supportive team environment in a growing company
- Opportunity for long-term career development
- Assistance with relocation to Tauranga for the right candidate
Additional Employment Conditions
- Successful candidates must pass:
- Pre-employment weld test
- Mandatory drug and alcohol screening
- Applicants must have New Zealand residency or a valid work visa
- Ability to travel for site-based work when required
Employer Questions
As part of your application, you will be asked:
- Which welding methods do you have experience in?
- How many years of experience do you have as a Welder/Fabricator?
- Do you have fabrication and pipe welding experience?
- Are you experienced in operating a forklift?
- Do you hold a valid New Zealand driver’s licence?
- What is your current work eligibility status in New Zealand?
- Do you have a current Police Check (Criminal Record Check)?
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Fabricator/Welder ready to take the next step in your career and work on exciting, high-profile projects, we encourage you to apply now.
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