Project Coordinator – Welding (Rail and Marine)

Griffin Marine Services is a leading marine service provider specialising in multi-disciplinary industrial services and project management.  With a focus on proactive and professional support, we are committed to delivering high-quality and trustworthy service.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Project Coordinator – Welding to support the delivery of welding and fabrication works across rail, light rail and marine defence projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled welding professional to transition into a coordination role while contributing to complex, high-profile projects within a strong quality and compliance framework.

Initially based on a 3-week rotational roster between Henderson, WA and Canberra, ACT, you will work closely with project teams to ensure welding activities are planned, coordinated and executed safely, efficiently and to the required standards.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will liaise with supervisors, fabrication teams, quality personnel and a remote EN 15085 Level A Welding Engineer to support project delivery. Acting as the vital connection between site operations and project management, you will help maintain welding quality, compliance, traceability, documentation and communication across multiple project locations.

 Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee fabrication and welding activities across rail and marine projects.
• Provide leadership, guidance and technical support to fabrication and welding teams.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, welding procedures and quality requirements.
• Support implementation and compliance with ISO 3834 and EN 15085 standards.
• Monitor weld quality, defects, repairs and non-conformances.
• Coordinate inspection, testing and NDT activities.
• Manage weld traceability, material control and project documentation.
• Support planning, scheduling and execution of fabrication and hot work activities.
• Work closely with a senior international welding engineer, gaining exposure to advanced welding systems and best-practice fabrication methodologies.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and promote a strong safety culture.

Quality & Traceability Responsibilities

• Maintain complete weld traceability and auditable quality records.
• Manage weld maps, inspection and test plans (ITPs) and NDT documentation.
• Coordinate NCR investigations, corrective actions and repair activities.
• Ensure all rework is completed, documented and verified in accordance with approved procedures.
• Support quality reporting, audits and project reviews.

Essential Experience

• Proven background in welding and fabrication within a production, manufacturing, or project-based environment.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes including MMAW, FCAW, GMAW and GTAW.
• Understanding of preheat requirements, interpass temperature control, weld sequencing and distortion management.
• Ability to evaluate weld quality and manage defects, repairs and rework activities.
• Experience in a Leading Hand, Supervisor, Coordinator or similar leadership role within fabrication or welding environments.

Highly Regarded Qualifications & Experience

We encourage applications from candidates with one or more of the following:

• CSWIP 3.1 or equivalent welding inspection certification.
• International Welding Specialist (IWS), Welding Technologist (IWT) or other IIW-recognised qualifications.
• WTIA Welding Supervisor qualification.
• International Welding Inspector (IWI) certification.
• TWI or equivalent welding inspection credentials.
• Trade-qualified Boilermaker or Welder with proven leadership experience.
• Experience working within structured quality systems such as ISO 3834 and/or EN 15085 environments.

Why Join Griffin Marine Services?

• Join a growing national business with a strong pipeline of long-term work.
• Work across both rail transport and marine defence sectors.
• Gain exposure to complex and technically challenging fabrication projects.
• Receive support and mentoring from experienced project and engineering professionals.
• Enjoy genuine career development and progression opportunities.
• Be part of a collaborative, high-performing team that values safety, quality and accountability.
• Benefit from long-term job security and project diversity across multiple states.

If you’re looking to advance your career in welding coordination while working on high-profile rail and marine projects, we would love to hear from you.  

Griffin Marine Services is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, providing equal employment opportunities. 

Please note that only candidates with legitimate rights to work in Australia will be considered for this opportunity.