Workshops Welder

• Work a 9-day fortnight | Starting at $86,384 + super
• Income protection & journey insurance provided at no cost to you
• Full time, permanent opportunity

About the Opportunity 

As a Welder within the City Operations Program, you’ll put your trade skills to work keeping the City of Adelaide’s plant, equipment and infrastructure safe, reliable and ready for use. From repairs and maintenance through to keeping equipment in good working order, you’ll play an important hands-on role in keeping our operations moving.

Working as part of a practical and collaborative team, you’ll carry out welding, repairs and maintenance in line with relevant technical standards, safety requirements and established procedures. You’ll also help ensure our plant and equipment remains safe and available, while minimising downtime wherever possible.

You’ll take pride in the quality of your work, keep accurate records and paperwork, and communicate effectively with your team, customers and members of the public. You’ll also contribute to a safe and positive workplace and support the delivery of the City of Adelaide’s Business Plan.

To view a copy of the position description, please click here.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Trade qualification Welder / boilermaker.
• Demonstrate a sound knowledge of a variety of welding and fabrication techniques.
• Ability to read technical drawings and diagrams.
• Self-motivated, results oriented and able to initiate actions to ensure objectives are achieved
• Knowledge of employee and employer responsibilities under the Work Health and Safety Act and Regulations.
• Demonstrated high level skills in dealing confidently and courteously with people both internally and externally.

About Us

Located in the geographic heart of Kaurna Country, the City of Adelaide celebrates its cultural heritage, unique natural surrounds and structures its footprint in a way that allows it to adapt to the changing needs of the community and a dynamic global landscape. Our focus is on our community’s wellbeing and quality of life - investing in city improvements and on future planning, so we continue to design a liveable city where future generations can continue to live authentic and meaningful lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and be a bigger part of our amazing city!

At the City of Adelaide, we thrive in an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe, and celebrates difference.  We value and embrace our diverse perspectives and recognise the value diversity has in fuelling innovation and enabling brilliant experiences for our diverse community. 

For Further Enquiries & How to Apply

All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Kevin Potter on 0418 839 459.

Please submit a Resume and a Cover Letter expressing the skills, experience and qualities you can bring to this position addressed to Kevin Potter, Team Leader, Trades, Workshop & Facilities Services. 

Please review the position description prior to submitting an application by following the prompts to apply.

For more information about what it’s like to work for the City of Adelaide, including the benefits, please visit www.cityofadelaide.com.au/careers

Applications close at 11.59pm, 15 October 2026.

Please be advised this is a full time, permanent opportunity with a starting salary at the Foreman Grade 4 Classification commencing at $86,384 + 12% superannuation.

As part of the recruitment process candidates will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical and functional capacity assessment.

We continue to work hard to ensure our recruitment process is safe for people of diverse backgrounds.

Please note, applications received via the email address below will not be considered. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. Our commitment to inclusivity means we welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and candidates from with a range of lived experiences. If you require assistance with our recruitment process, you are more than welcome to connect with our People Services team on (08) 8203 7333 recruitment@cityofadelaide.com.au.