Boilermakers & Mechanical Fitters Wanted for Site Work

seek.com.au; South Burnett Regional; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation included

Competitive hourly rates

Long-term opportunities

Supportive team environment

Well-maintained equipment

Job summary

seek.com.au is seeking highly motivated Boilermakers and Mechanical Fitters for ongoing mine site shutdowns and maintenance projects. You will work across multiple mine sites performing structural repairs, mechanical maintenance and equipment overhauls, with a focus on safety and compliance.

This role offers competitive hourly rates, potential long-term opportunities, and a supportive team environment with well-maintained equipment and organised mobilisation; accommodation may be included where

Qualifications

• Trade Qualified Boilermaker or Mechanical Fitter.
• Mining site experience is highly regarded.
• Minimum 2+ years in heavy industry or shutdown maintenance.
• Ability to pass D&A testing.
• Current Standard 11 certification.
• Current Coal Board Medical.
• Current Driver's Licence.
• Heights/Confined Space and Gas Test Atmospheres tickets helpful.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural repairs and modifications.
• Carry out mechanical maintenance and overhauls.
• Maintain conveyors, crushers, screens and processing plants.
• Carry out component replacements and change-outs.
• Provide shutdown and breakdown support.
• Fabrication, welding and general maintenance work.

Skills

Boilermaker

Mechanical Fitter

Heavy industry experience

Safety compliance

Education

Trade qualification

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Boilermakers & Mechanical Fitters Wanted for Site Work

An established engineering firm is seeking highly motivated and experienced Boilermakers and Mechanical Fitters for ongoing mine site shutdowns and maintenance projects.

The Role

You will be working across various mine sites completing:

• Structural repairs and modifications
• Mechanical maintenance and equipment overhauls
• Conveyor, crusher, screen and processing plant maintenance
• Component replacements and change-outs
• Shutdown and breakdown support
• General fabrication, welding and maintenance activities
• Work will include both planned shutdowns and scheduled maintenance works

Requirements

• Trade Qualified Boilermaker or Mechanical Fitter
• Previous mine site experience highly regarded
• Minimum 2+ years of relevant heavy industry, mining, shutdown or maintenance experience
• Ability to pass D&A testing
• Current Standard 11 certification must be held at the time of application
• Current Coal Board Medical must be held at the time of application
• Current Driver's Licence
• Working at Heights, Confined Space and Gas Test Atmospheres tickets highly regarded
• Boilermakers must demonstrate competency in required welding processes during skills testing
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rates
• Potential ongoing shutdown and project opportunities
• Professional and supportive team environment
• Well-maintained equipment and organised mobilisation
• Opportunity for long‑term work for the right candidates
• Accommodation included

What We're Looking For

• Reliable and punctual tradespeople
• Strong safety focus
• Ability to work in fast‑paced mining and shutdown environments
• Team players who can also work autonomously
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic