1st/2nd Year Apprentice Boilermaker

Hardy Steel Fabrications; Hornsby; On-site; AUD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Formal apprenticeship training

Hands-on mentoring

Exposure to latest fabrication tech

Pathways to full-time employment

Supportive workplace culture

Job summary

Hardy Steel Fabrications in Hornsby, NSW seeks a 1st/2nd Year Apprentice Boilermaker to join our team. This full-time apprenticeship involves factory work in Hornsby and on-site installation across Sydney, with one day per week at Tafe as part of your training.

You will study boilermaking, welding and fabrication under experienced mentors, gaining hands-on skills while contributing to structural steel projects and quality control activities.

Qualifications

• Must have P1 driver's license at a minimum.
• Strong mathematical and technical aptitude.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Keen interest in learning skilled trades and completing the apprenticeship.
• Physical fitness and ability to work in varied conditions.
• Safety-conscious and willing to follow health and safety protocols.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliability, punctuality and a strong work ethic.
• Advantage: manual license, forklift license, white card or pre-apprenticeship experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced boilermakers with fabrication and installation of structural steel, stairs, frames.
• Learn welding and cutting techniques under supervision.
• Prepare materials for welding: cleaning, fitting and positioning.
• Measure, mark and lay out work to shop drawings.
• Operate hand tools, power tools and basic machinery safely.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and follow safety standards.
• Attend formal apprenticeship training at an accredited provider.
• Develop knowledge of boilermaking standards, codes and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with quality control and inspections of fabricated components.

Skills

P1 driver’s license

Maths & technical aptitude

Hand-eye coordination

Interest in trades

Physical fitness

Safety-conscious

Communication

Reliability & punctuality

Manual driver’s license (adv)

Forklift license (adv)

White card (adv)

Pre-apprenticeship exposure (adv)

Job description

Hardy Steel Fabrications is seeking a 1st/2nd Year Apprentice Boilermaker to join our team in Hornsby, NSW. This is a full-time apprenticeship position that offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in boilermaking and steel fabrication under the guidance of experienced professionals. As a 1st Year Apprentice, you will be at the beginning of an exciting journey into the skilled trades, working out of the factory in Hornsby and also installing on site throughout Sydney whilst completing your formal training which involves 1 day a week at Tafe. This role is integral to our operations and provides the foundation for a rewarding career in the trades.

Key responsibilities

• Assisting experienced boilermakers with the fabrication and installation of structural steel, stairs, frames.
• Learning and practicing fundamental welding and cutting techniques under supervision
• Preparing materials and components for welding, including cleaning, fitting and positioning
• Measuring, marking and laying out work to specifications and shop drawings
• Operating hand tools, power tools and basic machinery safely and effectively
• Maintaining a clean and organized work environment, adhering to health and safety standards
• Attending and actively participating in a formal apprenticeship training at an accredited training provider
• Developing knowledge of boilermaking standards, codes and regulatory requirements
• Assisting with quality control and inspections of fabricated components

What we're looking for

• Must have P1 driver's license at a minimum
• Strong mathematical and technical aptitude
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• A keen interest in learning skilled trades and commitment to completing your apprenticeship
• Physical fitness and the ability to work in varied conditions, including standing for extended periods
• A safety-conscious mindset with willingness to follow all health and safety protocols
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Reliability, punctuality and a strong work ethic
• Advantages -Manuel driver's, licence, Forklift licence, white card, Any prior experience in metalworking, welding, or related trades, or completion of a pre-apprenticeship course

What we offer

Hardy Steel Fabrications is committed to investing in the development of our apprentices. We provide:

• Formal apprenticeship training with an accredited provider, leading to a recognised AQF qualification
• Hands-on mentoring from experienced boilermakers who are passionate about developing the next generation of skilled workers
• Exposure to the latest technology in steel fabrication
• A supportive workplace culture that values learning and professional development
• Competitive apprenticeship wages in accordance with award rates
• Safe working conditions with comprehensive induction and ongoing safety training
• Pathways to full-time employment upon successful completion of your apprenticeship
• Opportunities to gain diverse experience across various fabrication projects

About us

Hardy Steel Fabrications is a respected name in the steel fabrication and installation industry, based in Hornsby, NSW. With a strong reputation for quality workmanship and reliability, we specialise in the fabrication of structural steel and general associated works for a range of industries. Our team is composed of skilled tradespeople who are dedicated to delivering excellence and maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality. We are committed to supporting the next generation of skilled workers by providing comprehensive apprenticeship opportunities that enable young people to develop rewarding careers in the trades. At Hardy Steel Fabrications, we value integrity, craftsmanship and continuous improvement.