Boilermaker Apprentice: Hands-On Fabrication & Welding

First Nations Jobs; Hexham; Hybrid; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Downer's Energy & Utilities is offering a hands-on Boilermaker Apprenticeship in Hexham NSW, starting mid-January 2027. You'll be involved in the full fabrication process—from preparing parts and using machinery to assisting with installations.

Learn to use hand tools, perform tack welding, and help build components for switch rooms and electrical infrastructure. This is a workshop-based role providing solid project experience within Downer's energy sector.

Qualifications

• Year 10+ with passes in Maths & English.
• Willingness to travel to different projects/sites as part of the apprenticeship programme.
• Committed to safety, teamwork and high-quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the full fabrication process, from preparing parts to installations.
• Learn and apply hand tools, weld techniques and assembly practices.
• Support site teams across multiple projects within Downer's Energy & Utilities portfolio.

Skills

Drivers Licence

Willingness to travel

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication

Tools

Hand tools

Tack welding

Job description

Downer's Energy & Utilities is offering a hands-on Boilermaker Apprenticeship in Hexham NSW, starting mid-January 2027. You'll be involved in the full fabrication process—from preparing parts and using machinery to assisting with installations.

Learn to use hand tools, perform tack welding, and help build components for switch rooms and electrical infrastructure. This is a workshop-based role providing solid project experience within Downer's energy sector.