Apprenticeship - Boilermaker

Lincoln Electric; Hexham; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Electric is offering a 4-year full-time Apprenticeship at our Newcastle facility (Hexham, NSW) to complete a Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade (Boilermaker). Earn while you learn as you train alongside skilled tradespeople in a state-of-the-art workshop.

As part of the program, you’ll attend TAFE, develop hands-on welding and fabrication skills, and gain experience with automated and robotic welding systems, with a strong emphasis on safety and career development within

Qualifications

• Welding and fabrication skills required.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Commitment to safety and WHS compliance.
• Completion of Year 10 education or higher.
• Good mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Learn welding and fabrication techniques.
• Work with automated and robotic welding systems.
• Attend TAFE as part of the apprenticeship.
• Gain hands-on experience in a modern engineering workshop.
• Complete pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol screening.

Skills

Welding techniques

Reading drawings

Tool and workshop machinery

Robotic welding systems

WHS compliance

Teamwork & problem solving

Education

Year 10 or higher

Job description

Start Your Career with Lincoln Electric | 2027
Apprentice Intake
Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade (Boilermaker)

Hexham, NSW
Full-Time Apprenticeship
Earn While You Learn

Are you ready to build a hands-on career with one of the world's leading engineering and welding technology companies?

Specialised Welding Products, a division of Lincoln Electric, is now accepting applications for our 2027 Apprenticeship Intake at our Newcastle engineering facility.

This is an exciting opportunity to complete a Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade while gaining valuable on-the-job experience alongside skilled tradespeople, industry experts, and cutting-edge technology.

What You'll Learn

Over four years, you'll develop highly sought-after trade skills, including:

• Welding and metal fabrication techniques
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings
• Operating hand tools, power tools and workshop machinery
• Working with automated and robotic welding systems
• Safe workshop practices and WHS compliance
• Teamwork, problem solving and practical trade skills

You'll also attend TAFE as part of your apprenticeship and receive ongoing mentoring and support throughout your trade journey.

Why Join Us?

At Lincoln Electric, we're passionate about developing the next generation of tradespeople.

We offer:

• Structured training and mentoring
• Hands-on experience in a modern engineering workshop
• Exposure to advanced welding and automation technology
• A supportive team environment focused on safety and development
• Long-term career pathways with a global industry leader

About You

We're looking for motivated individuals who are eager to learn and build a rewarding trade career.

You will ideally have:

• A genuine interest in fabrication, engineering or metal trades
• A strong commitment to safety and wellbeing
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Completion of Year 10 education or higher
• Sound mathematics and geometry skills
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Strong attention to detail
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Reliability and punctuality
• Good problem-solving ability and situational awareness
• Flexibility to work overtime or shifts when required
• A current driver's licence (manual preferred)

Additional Requirements

Successful applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening. Apprentice wages will be paid in accordance with the Lincoln Electric Company (Australia) Pty Ltd Newcastle Enterprise Agreement 2026.

Build Your Future with Lincoln Electric

If you're ready to gain a nationally recognised qualification, learn from industry experts, and start a career with a globally respected organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

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