Boilermaker Fabricator / Welder | Heavy Structural & Platework

Dawsons Engineering; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Competitive pay

Project stability

Safe working environment

Job summary

Dawsons Engineering in Cairns, Australia, is seeking a Boilermaker Fabricator / Welder for heavy structural steel and platework. You will read and interpret engineering drawings, perform FCAW/GMAW welding to strict standards, and operate heavy workshop machinery with a focus on safety and quality on site.

Ideal candidates have a trade certificate in Boilermaking/Heavy Fabrication and proven experience on heavy structural or mining-related platework.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification: Australian Recognized Trade Certificate in Boilermaking / Heavy Fabrication.
• Proven experience on heavy structural steel projects or mining/industrial platework.
• Proficient in FCAW welding and positional welding.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble heavy structural steel sections and heavy platework.
• Interpret technical engineering drawings and structural blueprints accurately.
• Perform welding to strict structural standards using FCAW and GMAW.
• Operate heavy workshop machinery (grinders, oxy-cutters, overhead cranes).
• Maintain rigorous safety standards on-site and in the workshop.

Skills

FCAW welding

GMAW welding

Blueprints interpretation

Heavy fabrication

Safety compliance

Education

Australian Recognized Trade Certificate in Boilermaking/Heavy Fabrication

Job description

Boilermaker Fabricator / Welder | Heavy Structural & Platework

Fabricate and assemble heavy structural steel sections and heavy platework. Interpret technical engineering drawings and structural blueprints accurately. Perform high-quality welding (Flux-Cored Arc Welding / FCAW and GMAW) to strict structural standards. Utilize heavy workshop machinery including grinders, oxy-cutters, and overhead cranes. Maintain rigorous safety standards on-site and within the workshop environment.

About the Role

Fabricate and assemble heavy structural steel sections and heavy platework. Interpret technical engineering drawings and structural blueprints accurately. Perform high-quality welding (Flux-Cored Arc Welding / FCAW and GMAW) to strict structural standards. Utilize heavy workshop machinery including grinders, oxy-cutters, and overhead cranes. Maintain rigorous safety standards on-site and within the workshop environment.

Positions Available

• Boilermaker Fabricator / Welder

What's on Offer

• Immediate start with an established industry leader.
• Highly competitive hourly rate + overtime penalties + allowances.
• Long-term project pipeline providing excellent job stability.
• Safe, well-equipped working environment with a strong team culture.

Mandatory Site Requirements

• Trade Qualification: Australian Recognized Trade Certificate in Boilermaking / Heavy Fabrication.
• Proven Experience: Strong background working on heavy structural steel projects or mining/industrial platework.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in FCAW (Flux-Cored) welding and positional welding
• Attributes: Strong work ethic, precision workmanship, and excellent reliability.