Boilermaker: Power Plant Shutdown – Lithgow, Immediate Start

Engineeringtradesaustralia; Lithgow City Council; Hybrid; AUD 73,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Immediate start

Job summary

Engineeringtradesaustralia is seeking an experienced Boilermaker for a major power station shutdown based in Lithgow, NSW. This is an immediate start with consistent hours through to December 2026, focusing on shutdown/outage work in a high-output industrial environment.

You will fabricate, install, and repair boiler components, read drawings, and maintain safety and documentation. A trade qualification, White Card, and the ability to travel to Lithgow are essential.

Qualifications

• Boilermaker trade qualification is required.
• Power station or industrial shutdown experience preferred.
• Current White Card (construction induction) is required.
• Must have own transport to Lithgow.
• Must pass pre-employment medical with drug/alcohol screening.

Responsibilities

• Fabrication, installation, and repair of boiler components, pressure parts, and related plant equipment.
• Cutting, welding, and fitting steel plate, pipework, and structural components to specifications.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Carrying out inspections, fault-finding and repairs on boilers and equipment.
• Work safely in a high-pressure shutdown environment and meet deadlines.
• Coordinate with supervisors and trades to complete work on schedule.
• Maintain documentation including JSAs, permits, and quality records.
• Adhere to all site safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Skills

Shutdown experience

Safety awareness

Reading drawings

Education

Cert III Engineering – Fabrication

Job description

Engineeringtradesaustralia is seeking an experienced Boilermaker for a major power station shutdown based in Lithgow, NSW. This is an immediate start with consistent hours through to December 2026, focusing on shutdown/outage work in a high-output industrial environment.

You will fabricate, install, and repair boiler components, read drawings, and maintain safety and documentation. A trade qualification, White Card, and the ability to travel to Lithgow are essential.