News & Insights into Weld Australia’s Training & Certification

Recent Company Certifications Weld Australia would like to congratulate the following companies that have recently gained certifications. These internationally recognised certifications help increase the likelihood of global supply chain opportunities and repeat business, bolstering profitability.

Hofmann Engineering’s Bendigo facilities were certified to EN 15085 and AS/NZS ISO 3834, while their Cheltenham facilities in south-east Melbourne were certified to AS/NZS ISO 3834. Since 1969, Hofmann has provided specialist engineering services to Australia’s industry leaders.

DVR Engineering Melbourne was certified to both AS/NZS ISO 3834 and DIN 2303. With over 33 years’ of precision metal engineering experience, DVR boasts a 30,000m2 modern manufacturing facility equipped with the latest CNC machining, laser and plasma cutting and machining technology.

Aerison was certified to both AS/NZS ISO 3834 and EN 15085. Founded in Perth in 1988, Aerison has grown over the years from a specialist environmental engineering company to a broad based engineering and construction company providing multidisciplined EPC and mechanical installation services to a wide variety of industries and applications.

BRE Engineering in Perth was certified to AS/NZS ISO 3834. BRE is a leading provider of concept to completion mechanical and structural (or multidiscipline) integrated engineering solutions for the marine, defence, mining and industrial sectors. BRE employs almost 100 staff across more than 20 disciplines.

Alstom in Dandenong (who acquired Bombardier Transportation in January 2021) was certified to AS/NZS ISO 3834 and EN 15085. Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Alstom’s products range from highspeed trains, trams and e-buses to infrastructure and signalling. Weld Australia’s In-House Training Courses Weld Australia recently delivered training for Queensland Alumina Limited (QAL) at their Gladstone site. Over 15 of QAL’s team members completed the week-long course to gain the IIW International Welding Inspector Basic (IWI-B) qualification, which is recommended in both AS/NZS ISO 3834 and AS/NZS 1554.1.

According to Joe Sandor (Welding Technology Trainer, Weld Australia), who ran the course, “All the QAL team members who completed the course were great—they were all really on the ball. All the participants enjoyed the course, with quite a few them of saying that the course was much better than they expected.”

Weld Australia also delivered IWI-B training course at Nambour TAFE in Queensland earlier this month. Ross O’Bryan (Welding Technology Trainer, Weld Australia) spent a week presenting the course to a group of TAFE Queensland (East Coast and South West) teachers, as well as an employee of Allweld Manufacturing. All the feedback received by Weld Australia was extremely positive.

In the coming months, Weld Australia is set to deliver in-house training for several other companies, including Monadelphous in Gladstone, and MCQC in Singleton.

Weld Australia can present any of its courses to your employees in-house at the location of your choosing. Just email training@weldaustralia.com.au for further information.

Joseph Sandor (Welding Technology Trainer, Weld Australia) delivers training for QAL.

Upcoming Weld Australia Training Course One of Weld Australia’s most popular training courses is kicking off again soon. The International Welding Inspector Basic (IIW IWI-B) is commencing on 7 October 2021.

Backed by the International Institute of Welding (IIW), the International Welding Inspector – Basic (IWI-B) qualification expands your career as a welding inspector. This qualification is recommended in both AS/NZS ISO 3834 and AS/NZS 1554.1.

This internationally recognised course provides extensive knowledge surrounding welding, inspection theory and application. It includes theoretical components such as mechanical and visual inspection techniques; inspection procedures and acceptance criteria; identification of weld imperfections associated with pre-production; fabrication and post fabrication; Non destructive testing; and much more.

As a Welding Inspector, you will play an important part in ensuring that welded components comply with the appropriate International or Australian Standards, codes and client specifications.

You may also be responsible for ensuring that documentation, procedures and welder qualifications (required to demonstrate compliance are in place and adhered to.

THERE ARE PLENTY OF BENEFITS THAT COME WITH IN-HOUSE EMPLOYEE TRAINING.

Convenient: It’s much more convenient to train employees at your office than sending them off site. Employees don’t have to take time off from the office, travel, or dedicate a weekend to training. Tailored: In-house training can be tailored to meet the specific needs and goals of your business. This means the training will be highly relevant, with your employees gaining the skills needed to perform their jobs well. Cost-Effective: In-house training can be cost-effective, eradicating off-site expenses and ensuring that employees can get back to work sooner, with less time wasted for improved productivity. Collaborative: In-house training gives employees the opportunity to collaborate and develop stronger relationships, encouraging employee retention.

All of Weld Australia’s training courses can be delivered in-house. Email: training@weldaustralia.com.au