Aliaxis exists to bring solutions to the world's water challenges and accelerate the transition to clean energy. We are a global leader in high-quality piping & fitting solutions for use in building, infrastructure, industrial and agricultural applications across the globe. Over 15,000 people work for us in more than 40 countries with 80 manufacturing sites.
Aliaxis has embarked on a positive journey with its “Growth with Purpose” strategy, implementing ambitious, urgent actions for sustainability and innovation that will pay off in the short term.
Vinidex
For over six decades, Vinidex has been leading the way – setting the industry benchmark for pipeline systems and solutions. Our legacy spans across building, infrastructure, agriculture, and civil sectors.
We make life flow with groundbreaking, high-quality products, connecting everything from water, gas, and energy throughout Australia. With the Aliaxis group as our parent company, we are part of one of the world's largest global networks to bring solutions to the world's water challenges.
We are proud of our focus on operating on 100% renewable energy by 2025 and our recycling programs across our sites.
We are looking for passionate people that want to be part of our journey and embrace the behaviours that we stand for:
We Dare to challenge the status quo, to innovate and to learn fast
We Care for the environment, our customers and each other
We Deliver by taking accountability for our decisions and actions
We are a well-established, customer focused, innovative and market leading facility, delivering high quality solutions across our core and expanding segments. If you're passionate about making a difference and want to be part of our exciting journey, we want you on board!
We have a rare opportunity for an experienced Poly Welder to join our Toowoomba team. In this role you will be part of a small fabrication team where you will poly weld customised polyethylene pipes as per customer requests. Your technical experience to read drawings, work with plastic piping and pride in your craft to deliver a high-quality finish, will see you shine in this important role.
What will you do?
Understand and interpret technical drawings and material.
Welding of polyethylene products is performed to a quality standard as per industry guidelines, and/or in-house procedures.
Record all welding information and parameters (legible written form).
Ensure appropriate care when handling equipment (including measuring equipment), and that the equipment is appropriately maintained.
Ensure that all work carried out is in accordance with the Vinidex standards and only conforming products are released for sale or stock.
Any non-conforming components are communicated to the Fabrication Supervisor in a timely manner.
Support and participate in preventative maintenance initiatives.
Continuously strive to achieve targets related to the production of pipe to meet business needs in a safe and efficient manner
Work as part of a team to create a culture of collaboration and embed recognised best practice and continuous improvement from across the manufacturing industry
Work positively and proactively with other functions across the site, supporting an integrated and engaged operational workplace.
About you
Must have current Forklift, Dogging-DG, Bridge and Gantry Crane -CB Licence, own transport and driver’s licence.
Be an experienced poly welder and ticketed for polyethylene Butt Welding (50mm -1200mm diameter).
Qualified and ticketed polyethylene Electrofusion Welding (preferred).
Experienced using a variety of different hand and power tools.
Excellent spatial awareness, mechanical aptitude, with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Solid literacy and numeracy skills and experienced working off plans/drawings and able to demonstrate best practice application.
Strong commitment to following work site procedures, understanding of safety work practices, and demonstrated risk awareness.
Excellent decision making, highly organised and able to manage your time effectively to get the job done accurately and efficiently.
Have a can-do attitude, are flexible, adaptable, able to work independently or in a team where you enjoy collaborating, and available to work overtime or do other duties as required.
Australian Resident or Permanent resident with full working rights.
Why join us? We care
Bonus program, paid overtime opportunities and annual pay review, are just some of the ways we reward our employees for their contribution
Uniform provided, modern facilities with secure onsite parking
You will enjoy working for a business that is conscious about what we do, how it operates and our impact on the environment
Industry leading paid parental leave - 26 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer and 4 weeks paid secondary carer
Employee Assistance Program access for you & your immediate family
We take it further with our Employee Recognition Programs and Service Awards
Opportunity to join our mentoring programs
Diversity, equity, and inclusion is close to our heart as a global business, you will have the opportunity to join the DEI council
A tailored career development opportunities at home and abroad
A safe work environment with a strong focus on "Go for Zero"
For more information on these exciting roles, please contact Carla Treuer on 0494 323 252.
Aliaxis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who welcomes candidates and employees from all backgrounds. We are committed to building and investing in a culture of belonging, where all our employees feel empowered, can be their true selves and are able to bring their best ideas forward and contribute to the company’s “Growth with Purpose” strategy.
For us, equity and belonging starts at the application step: whether it's offering flexibility in scheduling interviews, or ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment, we strive to remove barriers and create equal opportunities for all applicants. Should you have specific needs, please do not hesitate to let us know and we will do our best to accommodate.
Just a heads up – we are currently not accepting CVs from recruitment agencies. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation!