Boilermaker

Field Mining Services Group; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Weekly pay

Supportive team culture

Job summary

FMS Group in NSW is seeking experienced Boilermakers for a shovel shutdown at Mt Thorley. You will perform shutdown maintenance, welding, fabrication, and repairs on mining shovels, reading engineering drawings and ensuring safety and quality throughout the project.

This temporary role runs during November/December 2026 with a collaborative maintenance team. Applicants should hold a Boilermaker trade qualification, shovel shutdown experience, and current safety tickets; Order 43/45 medical, drug

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified Boilermaker with shovel shutdown experience.
• Demonstrated welding, fabrication and maintenance of mining shovels.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specs.
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
• Mandatory medical (Order 43/45) and ability to pass drug/alcohol tests.
• Current Working at Heights, Confined Space, and Gas Test Atmosphere tickets.

Responsibilities

• Carry out shutdown maintenance, fabrication, welding, and repair works on shovels at Mt Thorley, NSW.
• Perform structural repairs, modifications, and component replacements as required.
• Complete welding, cutting, grinding, and fabrication tasks to the required specifications and quality standards.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, plans, and technical specifications.
• Inspect shovel components, identify defects, and carry out repairs as required.
• Work collaboratively with Fitters, supervisors, and other trades to achieve shutdown targets and deadlines.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with site procedures, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Maintain a strong safety focus and high standards of workmanship throughout the shutdown.

Skills

Boilermaker

Shovel shutdown experience

Welding

Fabrication

Reading drawings

Safety focus

Order 43/45 medical

Drug testing

Working at Heights

Confined Space

Gas Test Atmosphere

Job description

FMS Group | Mt Thorley, NSW | November/December

About the Role

FMS Group is seeking experienced and safety-focused Boilermakers to join our team for an upcoming Shovel Shutdown at Mt Thorley, NSW.

We are looking for trade-qualified Boilermakers with proven shovel shutdown experience who take pride in delivering high-quality fabrication, welding, and maintenance work safely and efficiently, getting the job done right the first time.

This is a temporary shutdown opportunity, with work available for the duration of the shutdown during November/December 2026. Successful candidates will join a high-performing maintenance team, contributing to the safe and efficient delivery of shovel maintenance and repair works in a fast-paced mining environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out shutdown maintenance, fabrication, welding, and repair works on shovels at Mt Thorley, NSW
• Perform structural repairs, modifications, and component replacements as required
• Complete welding, cutting, grinding, and fabrication tasks to the required specifications and quality standards
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, plans, and technical specifications
• Inspect shovel components, identify defects, and carry out repairs as required
• Work collaboratively with Fitters, supervisors, and other trades to achieve shutdown targets and deadlines
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with site procedures, safety standards, and quality requirements
• Maintain a strong safety focus and high standards of workmanship throughout the shutdown

What You'll Bring

• Trade qualification as a Boilermaker or equivalent recognised trade qualification
• Demonstrated experience working on shovel shutdowns within the mining industry
• Proven experience in welding, fabrication, structural repairs, and maintenance of mining shovels
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, quality workmanship, and teamwork
• Current Order 43 or 45 medical, as applicable to site requirements
• Ability to pass ongoing drug and alcohol testing
• Current Working at Heights, Confined Space, and Gas Test Atmosphere tickets

Why Work With Us?

• Opportunity to work with FMS Group on a Shovel Shutdown at Mt Thorley, NSW
• Competitive hourly rates and weekly pay
• Supportive team culture with a strong focus on safety and people

About Us

Established in 2005 as CQ Field Mining Services, FMS Group has grown from a regional provider into a diversified, multi-division organisation delivering integrated solutions across Australia and Papua New Guinea. Our growth reflects a strong focus on capability, innovation, and meeting evolving client needs, with key expansions including PNG (2013), WA (2017), and the formation of Field Mining Services Group in 2019.

Since then, we have strengthened our service offering through specialised divisions spanning Safety Lift Solutions, engineering, electrical, onsite machining, and parts and equipment, alongside infrastructure maintenance projects and the acquisition of Schlam CRU in 2025. Rebranded as FMS Group in 2024, we are now a fully integrated, one-stop solution for mobile and fixed plant maintenance, shutdowns, infrastructure projects, and capital equipment sales across mining, construction, oil and gas, marine, and renewables.

Interested in knowing more about us: About FMS Group | Heavy Industry Services Since 2005

Delivering the best……every time.

FMS Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce. All employment will be based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.

We respectfully request no recruitment agency approaches.