Fitter/Boilermaker - Melbourne Airport

Programmed GO; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Programmed is seeking an experienced fitter/boilermaker to join our client’s team at Melbourne Airport, performing fabrication, welding and maintenance across equipment and structures supporting airport operations.

The role is in a highly regulated aviation environment requiring safety focus, workmanship pride, and ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Qualified Boilermaker with fabrication and welding experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Committed to safety and quality in a regulated aviation environment.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, weld and repair metal structures and components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Perform maintenance, repairs and modifications as required.
• Use hand tools, power tools and welding equipment.
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality and compliance.
• Assist with installation and maintenance activities.
• Identify faults and complete repairs where required.
• Maintain tools, equipment and work areas.
• Work with other trades and operational teams.
• Follow all workplace health and safety procedures.
• Adhere to site-specific aviation, security and safety requirements.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Reading drawings

Maintenance

Safety awareness

Hand tools

Power tools

Education

Boilermaker trade qualification

Tools

Welding equipment

Workshop equipment

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced Fitter/Boilermaker to join our client's team at Melbourne Airport, working within the aviation industry.

This is a great opportunity for a qualified Boilermaker who enjoys hands-on work and is looking to apply their trade skills within a busy and highly regulated aviation environment.

You will be responsible for carrying out fabrication, welding, repairs and maintenance across a range of equipment, structures and facilities supporting airport operations.

The role will suit someone who takes pride in their workmanship, works safely and can adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking an experienced Fitter/Boilermaker to join our client's team at Melbourne Airport, working within the aviation industry.

This is a great opportunity for a qualified Boilermaker who enjoys hands-on work and is looking to apply their trade skills within a busy and highly regulated aviation environment.

You will be responsible for carrying out fabrication, welding, repairs and maintenance across a range of equipment, structures and facilities supporting airport operations.

The role will suit someone who takes pride in their workmanship, works safely and can adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Be Doing

Your day-to-day duties may include:

• Fabrication, welding and repair of metal structures and components
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
• Carrying out maintenance, repairs and modifications as required
• Using a range of hand tools, power tools and welding equipment
• Performing cutting, grinding, drilling and other fabrication tasks
• Inspecting completed work to ensure quality and compliance
• Assisting with installation and maintenance activities
• Identifying faults and completing repairs where required
• Maintaining tools, equipment and work areas
• Working closely with other trades and operational teams
• Following all workplace health and safety procedures
• Following site-specific aviation, security and safety requirements

What We're Looking For

We're looking for an experienced and reliable Boilermaker who takes pride in their work and can operate effectively in a busy industrial environment.

We're looking for people who are:

• Qualified and experienced as a Boilermaker
• Experienced in welding and general fabrication
• Confident reading and interpreting technical drawings
• Experienced with repairs and maintenance
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools and workshop equipment
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Physically fit and comfortable performing manual tasks
• Safety-conscious with a strong commitment to quality
• Reliable, punctual and committed to consistent attendance
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage changing priorities
• Professional and comfortable working within an operational aviation environment

Candidates with experience in aviation, transport, heavy industry, manufacturing, infrastructure, maintenance or other industrial environments are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Full Australian working rights
• Relevant Boilermaker trade qualification
• Previous experience in fabrication, welding and/or maintenance
• Ability to pass required aviation security and background checks
• Ability to meet site-specific security and access requirements
• Physically capable of performing the duties of the role
• Commitment to workplace health and safety
• Ability to follow strict site procedures and safety requirements
• Relevant licences, tickets or additional trade qualifications will be highly regarded

Work Environment

This role is based within the Melbourne Airport aviation environment, where safety, security and operational requirements are a key part of the workplace.

The position may involve:

• Working around operational equipment and vehicles
• Working around aircraft-support infrastructure and airport facilities
• Performing hands-on fabrication and maintenance tasks
• Working both independently and alongside other trades
• Following strict aviation safety and security procedures

Who we are

As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want.

At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

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