Boilermaker Apprentice: Hands-On Fabrication Career

MIGAS Apprentices and Trainees; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award wages

Paid annual leave

Paid personal leave

1:1 mentoring

Government subsidy

Job summary

MIGAS Apprentices and Trainees, in partnership with Bradken, seeks a Boilermaker Apprentice to start a career in metal fabrication. This four-year workshop-based program is based in Ipswich, Monday to Friday, 6:30 am–2:30 pm, with above‑award wages and paid leave.

You will learn from experienced tradespeople, receive 1:1 mentoring, and may access government subsidy payments up to $2,500 during the apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and interest in fabrication and welding.
• Be fit and able to work in hot environments.
• Reliable, punctual and safety‑minded.
• Commitment to safe, quality workmanship and teamwork.
• Year 12 completion or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with fabrication, assembly, repairs, and construction of metal products.
• Perform grinding, welding, thermal cutting, and fitting tasks.
• Safely use hand tools, power tools, and equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area.
• Follow WHS requirements and company policies.
• Work effectively with tradespeople and the wider team.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Fabrication

Welding

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Reliability / punctuality

Education

Year 12 School Certificate or equivalent

Pre-apprenticeship (desirable)

Tools

Forklift licence

Dogging licence

EWP licence

Job description

MIGAS Apprentices and Trainees – Karrabin QLD

Partnered with our host, Bradken, we are looking for a Boilermaker Apprentice who would liketo start their career in a thriving industry.

Bradken has been in the foundry business for over a century, specialising in the innovative design and manufacture of cast and fabricated iron and steel products for the mining and resources sector. It expertly serves the rail and transit, energy, structural and industrial casting, and defence markets.

From small equipment pins to dragline buckets, Bradken manufactures products from500 grams to more than 25 tonnes.

Undertaking this four-year apprenticeship will give you the opportunity to become a qualified tradesperson in the metal fabrication field and earn your MEM31925 Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade (Boilermaking) qualification.

As a Boilermaker Apprentice, you will work under the guidance of qualified tradespeople and:

• Assist with fabrication, assembly, repairs, and construction of metal and steel products.
• Perform grinding, welding, thermal cutting, and fitting tasks
• Safely use hand tools, power tools, and equipment
• Maintain a clean and organised work area
• Follow WHS requirements, company policies, and procedures
• Work effectively with tradespeople and the wider team

This is a workshop-based position located in Ipswich, working Monday to Friday, 6:30 am to 2:30 pm

• Full time 4-year contract including paid annual and personal leave
• Above award wages
• The chance to learn from experienced tradespeople
• Access to personalised 1:1 mentoring
• Opportunity to access Governmentsubsidy payments up to $2,500 during the apprenticeship

The Opportunity

Partnered with our host, Bradken, we are looking for a Boilermaker Apprentice who would liketo start their career in a thriving industry.

Bradken has been in the foundry business for over a century, specialising in the innovative design and manufacture of cast and fabricated iron and steel products for the mining and resources sector. It expertly serves the rail and transit, energy, structural and industrial casting, and defence markets.

From small equipment pins to dragline buckets, Bradken manufactures products from500 grams to more than 25 tonnes.

Undertaking this four-year apprenticeship will give you the opportunity to become a qualified tradesperson in the metal fabrication field and earn your MEM31925 Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade (Boilermaking) qualification.

Job Details

As a Boilermaker Apprentice, you will work under the guidance of qualified tradespeople and:

• Assist with fabrication, assembly, repairs, and construction of metal and steel products.
• Perform grinding, welding, thermal cutting, and fitting tasks
• Safely use hand tools, power tools, and equipment
• Maintain a clean and organised work area
• Follow WHS requirements, company policies, and procedures
• Work effectively with tradespeople and the wider team

This is a workshop-based position located in Ipswich, working Monday to Friday, 6:30 am to 2:30 pm

Benefits

• Full time 4-year contract including paid annual and personal leave
• Above award wages
• Paid weekly
• The chance to learn from experienced tradespeople
• Access to personalised 1:1 mentoring
• Opportunity to access Governmentsubsidy payments up to $2,500 during the apprenticeship

About You

We are looking for a dedicated individual with a keen interest in boilermaking who is excited to develop their skills through hands-on experience in the field.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have demonstrated mechanical aptitude and interest in fabrication and welding
• Be fit and comfortable working in a hot environment, particularly during the summer months
• Be reliable, punctual
• Have commitment to workplace safely and quality workmanship
• Have a positive can-do attitude and be willing to learn, develop and retain their skills
• Be able to follow instructions and work well as part of a team
• Have completed Year 12 School Certificate or equivalent with good competency in maths (desirable)
• Have previously completed relevant pre-apprenticeship program (desirable)
• Have relevant work experience, hobbies or interests related to fabrication, welding, mechanics or metalwork
• Have a genuine desire to build a long-term career in the industry

In addition, you will:

• Hold a valid driver’s licence and have your own reliable vehicle
• Hold a Construction White Card or be willing to obtain one
• Have strong safety awareness
• Be able to pass a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screen, and police check
• Be willing to undergo random drug and alcohol testing onsite

Desirable: Forklift, Dogging, or EWP licences

Apply Now

Join Bradken as a Boilermaker Apprentice and learn from experienced tradespeople while developing practical skills on the job. Gain valuable industry experience and work towards a rewarding career as a qualified Boilermaker.

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