Leading Hand Boilermaker

heidelbergmaterials; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 56,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Sacrifice

Learning and Development

Paid Parental and Grandparent Leave

Discounted Concrete & Quarry Products

Novated Leasing

Health and Well-being

Car Hire Discounts

Electronics discount

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials Australia is seeking a hands-on Leading Hand - Maintenance, ideally a qualified Fitter or Boilermaker, to join our Wolffdene team and lead fixed plant maintenance with a strong commitment to safety and compliance.

You will manage 2–3 direct reports, coordinate contractors, perform maintenance tasks on fixed plant equipment, and conduct risk assessments under WHS standards, including confined spaces, dogging, rigging and EWP work, using tablets for reporting.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as Fitter or Boilermaker.
• Proven fixed plant maintenance experience.
• Strong WHS compliance and risk management knowledge.
• Confined space, dogging, rigging, and EWP certifications.
• Comfort with using tablets for reporting.
• Reliable transport (no company vehicle).

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team and coordinate contractors (2–3 direct reports).
• Perform maintenance tasks on fixed plant equipment.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards and conduct risk assessments.
• Operate within confined spaces and perform dogging, rigging, and EWP tasks.
• Use tablets and digital tools for reporting and documentation.

Skills

Fitter/Boilermaker qualification

Fixed plant maintenance

WHS compliance

Confined space

Dogging

Rigging

EWP certification

Tablet reporting

Education

Boilermaker or Fitter trade qualification

Job description

Leading Hand Boilermaker

Location: Wolffdene, QLD

Heidelberg Materials Australia is seeking a skilled and motivated Leading Hand - Maintenance to join our team at Wolffdene. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for a qualified Fitter or Boilermaker with strong experience in fixed plant maintenance and a passion for safety and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a small team and coordinate contractors (2-3 direct reports)
• Perform maintenance tasks on fixed plant equipment
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards and conduct risk assessments
• Operate within confined spaces and perform dogging, rigging, and EWP tasks
• Use tablets and digital tools for reporting and documentation

Requirements

• Trade qualification as Fitter or Boilermaker
• Proven experience in fixed plant maintenance
• Strong understanding of WHS compliance and risk management
• Confined space, dogging, rigging, and EWP certifications
• Computer literacy and ability to use tablets for work documentation
• Reliable transport (note: no company vehicle provided)

Work Schedule & Pay

Day Shift: Starts at 5:00 AM (or earlier) until 4:00-5:00 PM

Monday-Thursday: 9.5-hour days

Friday & Saturday: All hours are paid as overtime (Saturday is typically a half-day)

Pay Rate: $40.82 - $42.96/hour

What we offer

• Uniform and PPE
• Be part of highly recognized global brand name and growing organisation
• Ongoing career and development opportunities

Our Benefits

• Salary Sacrifice: Take control of your finances by saving on, technology, and work-related items through our salary sacrifice program.
• Learning and Development: Fuel your career ambitions with our extensive learning and development opportunities, enabling you to unlock your full potential.
• Paid Parental and Grandparent Leave: We support your family life with generous paid leave options, helping you cherish those precious moments with loved ones.
• Discounted Concrete & Quarry Products: Save on your home improvement projects with exclusive discounts on concrete and quarry products.
• Novated Leasing: Drive your dream car for less through our partnership with TFM, offering fantastic discounts on vehicles.
• Health and Well-being: Prioritise your health with discounted health insurance, access to retail outlets, and affordable gym memberships.
• Car Hire Discounts: Enjoy savings on car rentals through our exclusive car hire discounts.
• Electronics: Enjoy a 10% discount on a variety of products from JB HiFi.

About us

Heidelberg Materials Australia is a leader in building and construction materials with an extensive production and logistics network across Australia. We use world-class technologies and service platforms to supply a comprehensive range of high-quality concrete, aggregates and sand. We also produce road base, asphalt and sustainable and recycled construction materials for civil construction and infrastructure projects. Heidelberg Materials Australia is part of the Heidelberg Materials Group, which employs over 51,000 people at almost 3,000 sites in over 50 countries. Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete.

Heidelberg Materials Australia is an equal opportunity employer, and we employ people from all walks of life. We're all individuals and we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, LGBTQI+ community, as long as you have full Australian work rights and can turn up every day "fit for work", that's enough for us.