Apprentice Boilermaker

Boral; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time

Competitive hourly rate

Career development opportunities

Health, safety and environment focus

Job summary

Boral is seeking an Apprentice Boilermaker in Whinstanes, Brisbane. You will receive on-the-job training and guidance from industry specialists while completing a Boilermaker apprenticeship.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you’ll join a team focused on safe plant maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement as part of a historic Australian brand.

Qualifications

• A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Motivation, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn new skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Quality-focused mindset and a desire for continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the maintenance and repair of mobile and fixed Asphalt plant equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Carry out field-based maintenance using a fully equipped mobile service vehicle.
• Follow and promote safe work practices and contribute to a strong safety culture.
• Work closely with Plant Supervisors to identify and address maintenance, safety and production issues.
• Support the Asset Management team in improving plant reliability and performance.
• Ensure Boral policies, standards and operational procedures are followed at all times.
• Complete routine plant inspections and maintenance checklists.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop and work environment.
• Participate in site safety meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste and lower costs.
• Maintain a strong focus on quality, environmental responsibility and professional work standards.

Skills

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Team player

Safety mindset

Communication

Education

School-based trade training

Pre-vocational training

Job description

Your next opportunity:

Are you ready for a challenge? Are you looking to work for one of Australia’s historical brands? The Boral Asphalt Asset Management team is embarking on an exciting journey and is seeking a responsible and organised individual to join our team as an Apprentice Boilermaker in Whinstanes.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will be interested in undertaking a career in asphalt plant maintenance and in completing a Boilermaker apprenticeship under the guidance of industry specialists.

No previous plant maintenance experience is required. If you have the right attitude and a willingness to learn, we'll provide on-the-job training, apprenticeship opportunities and a clear career pathway.

Your day will involve:

• Assist with the maintenance and repair of mobile and fixed Asphalt plant equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Carry out field-based maintenance using a fully equipped mobile service vehicle.
• Follow and promote safe work practices and contribute to a strong safety culture.
• Work closely with Plant Supervisors to identify and address maintenance, safety and production issues.
• Support the Asset Management team in improving plant reliability and performance.
• Ensure Boral policies, standards and operational procedures are followed at all times.
• Complete routine plant inspections and maintenance checklists.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop and work environment.
• Participate in site safety meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste and lower costs.
• Maintain a strong focus on quality, environmental responsibility and professional work standards.

What are we looking for?

• A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• A commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Motivation, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn new skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A quality-focused mindset and a desire for continuous improvement and operational excellence.

The following would be advantageous:

• A current driver's licence and reliable transport.
• Pre-vocational training.
• School-based trade training.
• Any other relevant trade, mechanical or technical training.

What’s on offer?

• Employment stability - permanent full-time opportunity
• Competitive hourly rate
• Opportunity to work in a highly successful team in a busy market
• Genuine career development opportunities
• Organisation dedicated to health, safety and the environment