ASME Welder

Join a Growing Team in New Zealand's Geothermal Industry

SGS is proud to have acquired Gidlow Engineering, a highly respected engineering company with a strong reputation in New Zealand's geothermal sector. This exciting partnership creates new opportunities for growth, innovation, and career development within a dynamic and future-focused industry.

As a result of continued growth, we are seeking an experienced ASME Welder to join our team.

We are looking for someone who takes genuine pride in their workmanship, has a strong commitment to quality and safety, and enjoys solving technical challenges with precision and attention to detail.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected engineering team working on specialised projects within the geothermal and energy sectors while building your career with a global organisation that values expertise, integrity, and excellence.

What you will be doing

In this role, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality welding work in accordance with ASME codes and standards. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Skills and Knowledge, We're Looking For

- Sound understanding of metallurgy and material behaviour.
- Experience using precision measuring equipment and quality control procedures.
- Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem-solving.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to maintain accurate documentation.
- A genuine commitment to health, safety, and quality.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
- A proactive attitude and willingness to support a range of workshop and site-based activities.

Responsibilities

Interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, fabrication plans, and welding specifications to ensure accurate fabrication and assembly.; Fabricating, assembling, fitting, and welding components in accordance with project requirements and relevant standards.; Conducting pre-work inspections of materials, equipment, and work areas to verify readiness and safety.; Performing quality control checks and measurements using precision tools to ensure completed work meets specified tolerances and quality requirements.; Maintaining detailed records of welding procedures, inspections, and test results to support traceability and compliance.; Identifying and reporting defects or non-conformities and assisting with corrective actions.; Operating and maintaining welding and fabrication equipment, ensuring it remains in safe working condition.; Working collaboratively with supervisors and colleagues to meet production schedules while maintaining quality standards.; Adhering to all health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.; Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives through feedback and recommendations on fabrication and welding processes.

Requirements

Valid ASME IX certification to 6G or an equivalent welding qualification.; Proven experience as a Welder in industrial, manufacturing, energy, or heavy engineering environments.; Strong knowledge of ASME codes and standards, particularly the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.; Experience with a variety of welding processes and fabrication techniques.; The ability to read and interpret technical drawings, fabrication plans, and welding specifications.; Experience with mechanical fitting, assembly, and installation activities.