Boilermaker / Heavy Fabricator - Flux Core Welding

Engineering Trades Australia; Mount Thorley; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing work

Reputable company in heavy industrial

Competitive pay based on qualification

Skills development

Potential support toward welding qual.

Structured recruitment process

Job summary

Engineering Trades Australia is seeking experienced Boilermakers and Heavy Fabricators for an ongoing role in Mount Thorley, NSW.

You will perform heavy fabrication and flux core welding on large mining equipment, read drawings, and operate to high safety standards.

The role offers shift options and opportunities for skills development, including potential support toward welding qualifications.

Qualifications

• Recognised Boilermaker qualification.
• Strong flux core welding experience (FCAW).
• Experience in heavy fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Commitment to safety, quality and teamwork.
• Willingness to complete a welding test.

Responsibilities

• Carry out heavy fabrication and welding on large mining equipment.
• Perform flux core welding (FCAW) on heavy steel components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and welding specifications.
• Maintain high safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with the workshop team to meet production targets.

Skills

Boilermaker qualification

Flux core welding

Heavy fabrication

Reading drawings

Safety focus

Education

Boilermaker trade qualification

Job description

Boilermaker / Heavy Fabricator - Flux Core Welding

Engineering Trades Australia is seeking experienced Boilermakers / Heavy Fabricators with strong flux core welding capabilities for an ongoing role in Mount Thorley.

These roles are suited to qualified Boilermakers who have experience working with large, heavy mining equipment and are confident performing high quality welding and fabrication in a heavy industrial environment.

We are committed to investing our workforce, providing opportunities for employees to develop their skills and progress within the business, including support towards the AS/NZS ISO 9606 welding qualification.

About the Role

You will be involved in heavy fabrication and welding work on large scale mining equipment, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out heavy fabrication, welding, repairs and modifications.
• Perform flux core welding (FCAW) on heavy steel components.
• Work with large mining equipment and heavy duty fabricated structures.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and welding specifications.
• Complete cutting, grinding, fitting and preparation work as required.
• Maintain high standards and workplace safety.
• Work collaboratively with the wider workshop team to meet production targets.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• A recognised Boilermaker qualification.
• Strong hands on flux core welding experience.
• Previous heavy fabrication experience.
• Experience working on large mining equipment or in heavy industrial environments.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• A strong commitment to safety, quality and teamwork.
• A reliable attitude and willingness to contribute to a long term team.

Candidates must be willing to complete a practical weld test as part of the recruitment process.

Shift Details

Day Shift: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Afternoon Shift: 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm

All successful candidates will commence on day shift, with the potential to transition to afternoon shift as required.

What's on Offer?

• Ongoing work opportunities.
• The opportunity to work with a recognised name in the heavy industrial and mining equipment sector.
• Competitive pay rates based on the applicable classification and employment arrangements.
• Opportunities for skills development and career progression.
• Potential support towards the AS/NZS ISO 9606 welding qualification.
• A structured recruitment process with practical skills assessment.

Pre-employment Requirements

• A practical welding assessment.
• An interview to assess experience and suitability for long term employment.
• A functional fitness assessment.
• Drug and alcohol screening.