Welder

WELDER - Hamilton Island

Are you an experienced Welder looking for a sea change? Trade the workshop commute for island life and join the Hamilton Island Maintenance and Trades team.

In this hands-on role, you'll be responsible for MIG, TIG and ARC welding, mechanical installations, repairs and maintenance across a diverse range of facilities. From resort infrastructure and staff accommodation to concessionaire operations, you'll play a key role in ensuring Hamilton Island's facilities remain safe, functional and maintained to the highest standard.

Why you'll love working with us

• Live and work on the largest inhabited island in the Whitsundays, on the edge of the Great Barrier Reef
• Enjoy subsidised staff accommodation paid from pre-tax earnings
• Access employee discounts across restaurants, transport and island activities
• Grow your career through our multi-hire program and diverse trade opportunities
• Gain additional qualifications through the Robert Oatley College
• Be part of an award-winning international tourism destination

Where you'll make an impact

• Perform MIG, TIG and ARC welding across a variety of maintenance and installation projects
• Complete mechanical installations, maintenance and repairs across resort facilities, staff accommodation and concessionaire sites
• Prioritise urgent repairs and maintenance requests to ensure safety and guest satisfaction
• Accurately record labour hours, materials and job completion information
• Maintain vehicles in a clean, safe and roadworthy condition
• Support the Maintenance team with additional tasks as directed by the Maintenance Manager

What we're looking for

You are a trade-qualified Welder who takes pride in delivering quality workmanship and maintaining high safety standards. You enjoy a varied workload, can prioritise competing demands and thrive working both independently and as part of a team.

To be successful, you'll need:

• First Class Welder Certificate (Essential)
• MIG, TIG and ARC welding experience (Essential)
• Open/unrestricted manual Australian Driver Licence (Essential)
• White Construction Card (Essential)
• Working Safely at Heights certification (Essential)
• Minimum 3 years post-apprenticeship experience (Desirable)
• Previous experience in Tourism or Hospitality (Desirable)

About Hamilton Island

Our mission is to share the wonder of Hamilton Island with the world by creating wonder-filled experiences for our guests, employees and community.

Every team member plays a role in shaping those experiences - making Hamilton Island not just a great place to visit, but a great place to work.

A little island can do wonders - make your next career move one to remember. Apply now!