Boilermaker / Fabricator | Brendale Workshop

Brisbane Metal Fab Pty Ltd; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early finishes on Friday

Five-day work week with short Friday

Job summary

Brisbane Metal Fabrication is seeking an experienced Boilermaker / Fabricator to join our Brendale workshop. You will read drawings, plan the fabrication process and produce high-quality finished products for both repeat and custom jobs.

You’ll weld using MIG, with TIG experience considered an advantage, and contribute ideas in a collaborative team that values reliability and problem-solving. We offer a five-day week with early starts and a supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• Trade certificate in Boilermaker/Fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret workshop drawings.
• Strong fabrication and welding skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret workshop drawings and plan fabrication.
• Measure, cut, fit and fabricate steel components.
• Weld components using MIG; TIG experience is advantageous.
• Fabricate both repeat products and customised items.
• Contribute ideas and collaborate with the team to solve fabrication challenges.

Skills

Boilermaker Trade Certificate

Read workshop drawings

Fabrication and welding

Problem-solving

Reliability

Transport to Brendale

Education

Trade Certificate Boilermaker / Fabrication

Job description

Boilermaker / Fabricator | Brendale Workshop

If you're a skilled, reliable and experienced Boilermaker / Fabricator who takes pride in your work, enjoys solving problems and has the technical ability to turn drawings into quality finished products, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

Why Join Brisbane Metal Fabrication?

Brisbane Metal Fabrication is a fast-growing steel fabrication business built on a simple philosophy: look after our people, look after our clients, and always do what we say we'll do.

Our growth has come from the passion our team has for their work, for each other and for delivering dependable, high-quality outcomes for our customers.

We're building a workplace where people are respected, listened to and given the opportunity to contribute. Our culture is based on:

• Quality – doing the job properly and taking pride in the result.

• Consistency – delivering reliable work and dependable service.

• Teamwork – sharing knowledge, ideas and experience to make the whole team better.

• Respect – treating our people the way we expect them to treat our customers.

• Growth – creating opportunities for our people as the business continues to expand across Queensland.

We're not just looking for someone to fill a position. We're looking for someone who wants to become an important part of our team and help us build something great.

Learn more about us and the difference we're making in the steel fabrication industry: www.brisbanemetalfabrication.com.au

We're Looking for an Exceptional Boilermaker / Fabricator

We're growing and looking for an experienced Boilermaker / Fabricator who is technically capable, takes pride in their work and enjoys figuring out how to make things happen.

You’ll be someone who can look at a drawing, understand what needs to be done, plan the fabrication process and produce a quality finished product.

Some jobs will be familiar and repeat work, while others will be new and require you to think through a challenge and work out the best way to fabricate it.

If you enjoy variety, problem-solving and having the freedom to use your skills, you’ll fit right in.

What You’ll Love About Working With Us

We believe people do their best work when they are trusted, respected and given the opportunity to contribute.

As a member of our team:

• Your work will matter. You’ll play an important role in a growing company and your contribution will have a direct impact on our success.

• Your experience will be valued. We’ll ask for your ideas, feedback and opinions because we know great ideas can come from anywhere.

• You’ll have a voice. Our weekly team meetings provide an opportunity to share experiences, challenges, ideas and ways we can improve.

• You’ll be treated with respect. We believe in constructive communication and a positive workplace. You won’t be subjected to yelling, abuse or being spoken down to.

• You’ll be trusted to do your job. We’ll make sure you understand our systems and expectations, then give you the autonomy to get on with the work without unnecessary supervision.

• You’ll be part of a team. We want everyone to support each other, share knowledge and contribute to a workplace they’re proud to be part of.

• Your contribution will be recognised. When you identify a better way of doing something or help improve the workplace, we want to hear about it and recognise the contribution you make.

Variety in Your Steel Fabrication Work

We believe the best fabrication roles combine variety with consistency.

As our primary Boilermaker / Fabricator, your work will include:

• Reading and interpreting workshop drawings.

• Planning fabrication processes and turning drawings into finished products.

• Measuring, cutting, fitting and fabricating steel components.

• Welding components, primarily using MIG.

• TIG welding experience would be an advantage.

• Fabricating both repeat products and one-off or customised items.

• Problem-solving and working out practical fabrication solutions.

• Maintaining a high standard of quality and workmanship.

• Contributing ideas and experience during team meetings.

• Working collaboratively with the wider team to achieve great outcomes for our customers.

What You Need

To be successful in this role, you’ll have:

• Trade Certificate Boilermaker / Fabrication.

• Demonstrated experience as a Boilermaker / Fabricator.

• The ability to read and understand workshop drawings.

• Strong fabrication and welding skills.

• A practical, problem‑solving mindset.

• Pride in your workmanship and attention to detail.

• Reliability and a positive attitude.

• A current driver's licence or reliable transport to our workshop in Brendale.

Hours

Monday–Thursday: 5:30am – 2:00pm

Friday: 5:30am – 11:30am

Early starts, early finishes and a 5‑day working week with a short Friday.

Make This Role Your Own

If you’re an experienced Boilermaker / Fabricator who wants to be valued for your skills, trusted to do your job and have a genuine voice within a growing business, we’d love to hear from you.

Bring your experience, your ideas and your ability to solve problems. We’ll give you the opportunity to make a real contribution and help shape the future of Brisbane Metal Fabrication.