Boilermaker / 1st Class Welder

White Industries; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

White Industries in Ipswich, Australia, is seeking a Boilermaker/1st Class Welder for a full-time, permanent role. The 38-hour, 5-day week includes regular overtime, with a strong emphasis on quality casting finishes and safety.

The role covers arc air welding, surface finish of castings, and compliance with industry standards. Teamwork and reliability are essential as production needs evolve.

Qualifications

• Boilermaker/1st Class Welder with post-trade qualification.
• Experience in foundry, fettling, and operating grinding/impact equipment.
• Experience with overhead or jib cranes and rigging.
• EWP, Confined space, and High-Risk Work tickets.
• Forklift licence (LF).

Responsibilities

• Preparation of castings for next stage of manufacturing process while meeting production output.
• Manufacture and modify high quality components for use in various engineering applications.
• Arrange tooling and jigs, ensure compliance to industry standards.
• Maintain workshop cleanliness and safety practices.
• Operate arc air and oxy-was welding equipment, including overhead cranes.
• Follow Production Process Sheets and consult Quality Control as needed.
• Read plans and fabricate internal projects for White Industries Group.

Skills

Boilermaker / 1st Class Welder

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Team player

Foundry/fettling experience

Overhead/Jib crane operation

Safety tickets (EWP, Confined space, H

Forklift licence

Education

Post Trade Qualification in related discipline

Job description

Join a trusted Australian foundry with over 65 years of manufacturing excellence.

White Industries is Australia’s largest family-owned foundry, supplying high-quality cast metal components to major clients across mining, logistics, and agriculture.With more than six decades of continuous operation, we are known for quality, reliability, and innovation.

We are currently seeking a Boilermaker / 1st Class Welderto join our Ipswich operationson a full-time, permanent basis, with regular overtime available.

About the role

Due to strong business performance and increase in demand at our Ipswich facility, we have an opportunity for a Boilermaker/Welder on a permanent full-time basis. We have a 38-hour, 5-day week operation with opportunity for overtime. We are looking for bright, energetic, enthusiastic, and reliable individuals who are committed to a career in engineering and fabrication with a solid background particularly working with castings. As a Boilermaker/ 1st Class Welder you will be responsible for but not limited to arc air operations, welding, and surface finish of castings to ensure they meet our quality standards.

This role plays a crucial part in ensuring the product is of the highest quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of castings for next stage of manufacturing process whilst meeting Aftercast production output.
• Manufacturing and modifying high quality components suitable for use in various engineering applications.
• Carrying out engineering requests that support the development and manufacture of jigs, fixtures, and specialised tooling, ensuring tooling is always in compliance to industry standards.
• Ensuring good manufacturing practice always applies whilst providing ongoing maintenance and organization of Aftercast equipment.
• Operation of arc air and oxy and welding equipment including overhead cranes.
• Ensuring that all equipment is fit for purpose and operating correctly.
• Participation in toolbox talks.
• Flexibility in operating in other areas of the Foundry if required by management.
• Always maintain the cleanliness of the workshop.
• Wear protective clothing and use protective equipment.
• Adhere to OH&S guidelines (as outlined in employee handbook).
• Adhere to all anti-discrimination and harassment policies as outlined in employee handbook.
• Ensure all requirements in the Production Process Sheets are followed and any changes are referred to the Quality Control Department in conjunction with the Section Supervisor.
• Read plans and fabricate internal projects for use within the White Industries Group.
• Perform pattern maintenance tasks as required.
• Provide 5S improvement suggestions to Supervisor/Manager.
• Report any safety concerns direct Supervisor/Manager.
• Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviours in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.
• Supporting other manufacturing tasks as dictated by the needs of the business.

Job Knowledge:

• Boilermaker / 1st Class Welder / Fitter/ Turner / Moulder / Patternmaker / Machinist / Fabricator.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication to assist problem-solving; and
• Must be able to work as part of a team within a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience in foundry, fettling and/or operation of grinding and impact equipment with a demonstrated commitment to safety and quality.
• Prior experience in operation of overhead or jib cranes with an understanding of slinging loads.
• Post Trade Qualification in related discipline.
• Previous experience in foundry plant; and
• EWP, Confined space, and High-Risk Work tickets.
• Forklift licence (LF).