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Kent Recruitment

Welding Supervisor

Location
Brisbane - Australia
Category
Technical
Date Published
22/01/25
Status
Open

Join us. Unleash your energy within.


If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we’re the team for you. We've created a new breed of company – future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.

We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we’re far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.


Our Purpose and Beliefs:

As Kent, we’re tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined.

It’s the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:


We PLAY BIG

We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY

We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE

We are built on INFINITE THINKING


Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us: https://kentplc.com/who-we-are/purpose-beliefs


Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:

We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We’re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging.

Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.


The Opportunity:

We have an incredible opportunity for a skilled and experienced Welding Supervisor to join our dynamic team. This isn’t just a job - it’s a chance to showcase your leadership and technical expertise while making a real impact on challenging and innovative projects.

In this role, you’ll work closely with our Construction Leadership team, playing a key part in supervising and coordinating a talented crew of welders. From structural welding to piping and pressure equipment, you’ll oversee critical tasks across Greenfields and Brownfields environments. Whether it’s driving success in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects or supporting SMP installation crews, you’ll be at the heart of our operations.


Your responsibilities will include:

  • Develop and execute detailed work plans and schedules in collaboration with the SMP Superintendent and Construction Manager.
  • Supervise and coordinate daily welding tasks, ensuring productivity, safety, and adherence to project deadlines.
  • Oversee team performance, training, and certifications to maintain high safety and skill standards.
  • Ensure compliance with AS/ASME/API standards, manage welding consumables, and complete required QA documentation.
  • Resolve non-conformances with QA/QC teams and liaise with clients for inspections and technical queries.
  • Promote a strong safety culture through toolbox talks, hazard analyses, and incident investigations.
  • Provide progress updates, maintain accurate records, and ensure timely submission of timesheets.

About You:

The candidate must hold an Australian-recognized Trade Certificate in Welding, Fabrication, or Boilermaking and a Welding Supervisor Certificate (AS1796 Cert 10). Proven SMP supervisory experience on EPC projects in oil and gas, petrochemical, or heavy industry is required.

Expertise in GTAW, MMAW, FCAW welding, Carbon Steel, CrMo, Stainless Steel (mandatory), and Inconel Alloys (advantageous) is essential, along with experience in Brownfields/Greenfields construction.

Strong leadership, planning, and HSE knowledge, proficiency in engineering drawings, and familiarity with AS1554 SP, AS1796, AS2214, ASME IX, and AWS D1.1 standards are mandatory.


Benefits:

  • Attractive salary & benefits
  • Health & Wellbeing Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Discounted Gym Membership
  • Inclusion & Belonging Program
  • Health insurance discount
  • Work for a brand that's been in the industry for over 100 years
  • Great Culture | Safety Focused | Collaborative Team
  • Opportunity to work on some of the largest Projects on the energy world stage

We foster an environment where you are challenged professionally and empowered to take the lead on your career development with the support and guidance of our Leaders. We’re committed to making sure that every single person uses their time with us to gain valuable experience and skills for their future, so why not pursue your career with us today!


Kent | The Energy Within


It’s an exciting time to join Kent so if this role sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! Don’t wait, Apply NOW!

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