About this role
At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.
Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.
From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.
About Your Role
Our Garden Island site is focused on naval ship repair for both defence and civilian vessels ranging from basic maintenance to major overhauls. Pipe Fabricators are required to provide manufacture and installation of pipework in relation to ship repair, this role is based in both a workshop, aboard all types of vessels and buildings with the use of both ferrous and non-ferrous metals in support of the Naval business in this wide and varied role.
Responsibilities include;
Ability to Jig up, Mark off, bend and fabricate pipework.
Operation of workshop machinery and operation of e.g. Hydraulic Benders, threading machines etc
Work across a variety of environments on naval vessels
Assist with developing the skills of apprentices
Working a team environment which encourages new ideas and improvements
How About You?
Cert III Plumbing essential
Experience in MIG , TIG and Stick welding (Cert III Welding / Fabrication advantageous)
Forklift, Dogman, working and heights and confined spaces tickets (advantageous)
Safety conscious with sound problem-solving skills
Experience in ship repair or heavy industry highly regarded
Good to Know
You’ll get an email acknowledgement after you’ve applied, Thales strives to provide a personalised experience for all suitable applicants.
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit – http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/
Prior to offer you’ll complete a pre-employment police and medical check
It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.
We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.
Other facts
About Thales
Thales (Euronext Paris: HO) is a global leader in advanced technologies for the Defence, Aerospace, and Cyber & Digital sectors. Its portfolio of innovative products and services addresses several major challenges: sovereignty, security, sustainability and inclusion.
The Group invests more than €4 billion per year in Research & Development in key areas, particularly for critical environments, such as Artificial Intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum and cloud technologies.
Thales has more than 83,000 employees in 68 countries. In 2024, the Group generated sales of €20.6 billion.
What you'll do
- The Pipe Fitter will manufacture and install pipework for naval ship repair, working in various environments including workshops and aboard vessels. Responsibilities also include assisting in the development of apprentices and contributing to team improvements.
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