Boilermaker

Smith & Co; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term casual roles

Permanent pathway

Brisbane workshop locations

Job summary

Smith & Co Recruitment is seeking experienced Boilermakers for multiple workshop-based roles across Brisbane. These long-term casual positions offer potential to transition to permanent employment with established Australian manufacturing businesses.

You will work on diverse fabrication projects including mining equipment, architectural metalwork, industrial machinery and truck-mounted components. Ideal candidates hold a Boilermaking or Metal Fabrication trade qualification, with strong welding

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Boilermaking or Metal Fabrication.
• Proven workshop fabrication and welding experience.
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong MIG welding skills.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and weld steel and metal components to specifications.
• Perform MIG welding, cutting, grinding and general fabrication duties.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and fabrication plans.
• Manufacture and assemble structural and custom metal components.
• Work on mining equipment, truck bodies and industrial machinery.
• Operate workshop machinery, hand tools and fabrication equipment.
• Inspect completed welds and assemblies to maintain quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop environment.
• Collaborate with workshop teams to meet production requirements.

Skills

MIG welding

Fabrication

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

Education

Boilermaking/Metal Fabrication trade qualification

Job description

About the Role

Smith & Co Recruitment is currently seeking experienced, trade-qualified Boilermakers for multiple workshop-based opportunities with established engineering and manufacturing businesses across Brisbane.

These roles offer consistent, long-term work with the potential to transition into permanent employment for the right candidates.

You'll have the opportunity to work across a variety of fabrication projects, including heavy-duty mining equipment, architectural metalwork, industrial machinery, custom-engineered components and truck-mounted equipment.

We're looking for skilled Boilermakers who take pride in their workmanship, have strong welding and fabrication skills and enjoy working in professional workshop environments.

What's on Offer?

• $50–$55 per hour + penalties
• Long-term casual roles with potential to go permanent
• Multiple workshop-based opportunities across Brisbane
• Work on diverse fabrication and engineering projects
• Join established Australian manufacturing businesses
• Opportunity for ongoing employment and career stability

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate and weld steel and metal components to specifications
• Perform MIG welding, cutting, grinding and general fabrication duties
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and fabrication plans
• Manufacture and assemble structural and custom metal components
• Work on mining equipment, truck bodies and industrial machinery
• Operate workshop machinery, hand tools and fabrication equipment
• Inspect completed welds and assemblies to maintain quality standards
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop environment
• Collaborate with workshop teams to meet production requirements

Skills & Experience

• Trade qualification in Boilermaking or Metal Fabrication – Essential
• Proven experience in workshop fabrication and welding
• Strong MIG welding skills and knowledge of fabrication techniques
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience working with steel or other fabricated metal components
• Confident using workshop machinery and fabrication equipment
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Strong understanding of workplace health and safety
• Reliable, motivated and able to work independently or within a team

Highly Regarded:

• Experience in heavy steel fabrication or mining equipment manufacturing
• Background in architectural metalwork or aluminium fabrication
• Experience fabricating truck bodies, attachments or industrial equipment
• Knowledge of custom fabrication and precision engineering
• TIG or flux-core welding experience
• Experience working with thick plate steel and structural components