BOILERMAKERS WANTED – SITE WORK

seek.com.au; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 94,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Job summary

SEEK is seeking experienced boilermakers for ongoing casual mine-site work across varying shutdowns. You'll perform fabrication, welding and repairs on fixed and mobile plant, with opportunities to contribute to wash plants and draglines.

Accommodation is provided where applicable; safety and quality are priorities in a supportive team environment with long-term prospects. Current CBM & safety tests are expected where applicable.

Qualifications

• Boilermaker trade qualification and certification required.
• Experience in fabrication, welding and maintenance within mining or heavy industry.
• Ability to work across wash plants and draglines and maintain safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance and repairs during wash plant and dragline shutdowns.
• Perform fabrication, welding and structural repairs on fixed and mobile plant equipment.
• Complete work efficiently while maintaining high standards of workmanship.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors and other trades to meet project requirements.
• Follow all site safety procedures, quality standards and environmental requirements.

Skills

Boilermaker trade qualifications

Fabrication

Welding

Maintenance experience

Mining environment experience

Education

Boilermaker trade qualifications and certification

Job description

BOILERMAKERS WANTED – MINE SITE WORK

$58/hr Casual + Penalties | Ongoing Opportunities | Accommodation Provided

About the Role

An established and reputable engineering firm is seeking experienced Boilermakers to join its team for ongoing casual mine-site work.

This is a great opportunity for skilled tradespeople looking for consistent work, competitive rates and a variety of challenging projects within the mining industry.

Working across wash plant and dragline shutdowns, fixed and mobile plant maintenance and general site repairs, you'll be part of a hardworking, supportive team that values safety, reliability and quality workmanship.

With regular work opportunities and a variety of project schedules, we're looking for motivated individuals who take pride in their trade and are keen to become valued members of our team.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay: $58/hr casual + applicable penalty rates.

• Regular work opportunities: Ongoing casual work across mine-site maintenance and shutdown projects.

• Accommodation provided: For applicable site work arrangements.

• Variety of work: Exposure to wash plants, draglines, fixed and mobile plant maintenance and repairs.

• Flexible opportunities: Casual arrangements across varying project and shutdown schedules.

• Great team environment: Join a skilled, supportive and safety-focused team.

• Career development: Opportunities to further develop your skills across a range of industrial and mining projects.

• Long-term prospects: Potential for ongoing work with an established engineering firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance and repairs during wash plant and dragline shutdowns.

• Perform fabrication, welding and structural repairs on fixed and mobile plant equipment.

• Complete work efficiently while maintaining high standards of workmanship.

• Work collaboratively with supervisors and other trades to meet project requirements.

• Follow all site safety procedures, quality standards and environmental requirements.

About You

We're looking for experienced Boilermakers who bring a positive attitude, strong work ethic and genuine commitment to their trade.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Relevant Boilermaker trade qualifications and certification.

• Proven experience in fabrication, welding and maintenance within mining or heavy industrial environments.

• Strong technical skills and the ability to produce quality workmanship.

• A reliable, punctual and self-motivated approach to work.

• Ability to work independently and contribute positively to a team.

• Excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to workplace safety.

• Flexibility to work across varying shutdown and maintenance schedules.

• Willingness to undertake pre-employment medical assessments and drug and alcohol testing.

Essential Requirements

• Current Coal Board Medical (CBM).

• Current Standard 11 Statement of Attainment.

• Ability to successfully complete an FCAW butt weld test to ISO standards.

• Ability to pass a practical fabrication skills assessment.

Highly Regarded

• Working at Heights.

• Confined Space Entry.

• Gas Test Atmospheres.

• Previous experience working on wash plants, draglines and heavy mining equipment.

Location & Work Arrangements

Mine-site opportunities are available across varying maintenance and shutdown schedules, with accommodation provided for applicable work arrangements.

This position is offered on a casual basis, with regular opportunities available for the right candidates.