Metal Fabricator (Structural Steel / Metal Fabrication)
Cutting, forming, and assembling metal components for structures and machinery
Metal fabricators interpret drawings, cut materials to size, and shape steel or aluminum using presses, rollers, or CNC machines. They then weld or bolt parts together, creating frames, platforms, and custom metal products.
Key Benefits
Versatile Manufacturing
Produce anything from building frameworks to machine guards or artistic metalwork.
High-Tech Tools
Operate CNC plasma cutters, press brakes, and advanced machinery for precision.
Steady Demand
Structural steel remains a core material for Australian construction and industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
A Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade (Metal Fabrication) via an apprenticeship is the standard pathway.
Yes, fabricators typically have basic to advanced welding skills depending on project requirements.
Not usually, though certain types of structural work may require registered building practitioners or compliance with welding codes.
Metal Fabricator (Structural Steel / Metal Fabrication)
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