Boilermaker

Employ Me; Port Kembla; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Port Kembla is seeking a qualified Boilermaker/Welder to manage product manufacturing and comply with safety guidelines. Candidates must possess a minimum Cert III in engineering, demonstrate strong mechanical skills, and be able to follow procedures accurately. Responsibilities include setting up machinery, executing manufacturing tasks, and continuous cooperation with supervisors and team members, ensuring high standards of safety and quality in all operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum Cert III in engineering Boilermaker/Welder or equivalent.
• Experience with workshop-based operations required.
• Ability to perform Pre-operational inspections of machinery.

Responsibilities

• Set up and execute product manufacturing operations.
• Conduct safe and proper machine operations as per training.
• Maintain workstations in a safe and orderly manner.

Skills

Trade qualified

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to read technical drawings

Welding (Tig & Mig)

Safety compliance

Education

Cert III in Engineering Boilermaker/Welder

Job description

Qualification

Trade qualified (Minimum Cert III in engineering Boilermaker/Welder or equivalent international qualification) with workshop based experience

Reports To

Shift Supervisor / Leading Hand, Workshop Supervisor, Workshop Manager

Job Purpose

Must comply with all legislation and safety guidelines. Set up operation of workstation and tasks outlined by supervisor.

Authority

This position has authority to report quality and OH&S problems and recommend corrective and preventive action.

Objectives

To manufacture a quality product to customers scope of work and required standard following all occupational health and safety guidelines while adhering to all company policies.

Responsibilities

Duties & Responsibilities

• Demonstrate sound mechanical aptitude and able to read, interpret and manufacture from technical workshop drawings in accordance to scope of work
• Set up and execute product manufacturing operations in accordance with the assigned job traveller documentation and or as identified during manufacturing
• Be able to work independently and or within a team with or without supervision
• To manufacture, strip and repair product in a proper and safe manner using the most economical methods
• Inspect and record manufacturing details as and when product manufacture documentations require including for all variations
• Demonstrate a high degree of flexibility with job tasks liaising with all relevant stakeholders
• Follow weld procedure specifications (WPS). Tig & Mig.
• Identify non-conformances and report to their supervisor immediately.
• Keep and maintain workstations and surrounds in a safe, clean and orderly manner
• Conduct safe and proper machine operations as per SOP training
• Notify supervisor of any shortage of tools and maintenance requirements
• Seek approval of Workshop Management for any changes to Workshop practices, drawings etc. Ensure that no practice or procedure is changed without this authority
• Conduct Pre-operational inspections of machinery and equipment
• Participate in Risk Assessment
• Participate in personal training including helping with apprentices and fellow personnel
• Daily timesheet completion at the end of every shift with accurate job and operation details.

Accountability

• Be present to start and finish work on the job at the designated starting times
• Be present for their entire required shift and do whatever is required, to help achieve business targets.
• Be consistent in doing the right thing in all aspects pertaining to their role.
• Demonstrate responsible actions with specific duties that go along with their job task
• Demonstrate a willingness to work as part of a team, maintain a high standard of personal conduct, behaving in a professional manner, treating other team members with respect and dignity at all times, whilst also motivating and assisting fellow team members to perform tasks as efficiently as possible
• Demonstrate assigned duties in a safe and responsible manner in accordance with Company's Health & Safety policies & procedures.