Maintenance Tradesperson - BOILERMAKER

WorkPac Group; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 69,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

WorkPac Group is seeking an experienced Boilermaker to join our Sarina/Jilalan team for ongoing maintenance, fabrication and repair of heavy equipment and infrastructure. You will read drawings, perform welding and fabrication to high standards, and work within site safety procedures.

The role requires a trade qualification, experience in heavy industry or mining, and a strong commitment to health and safety. Tickets/licences are valued, with site onboarding completed as part of the process.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as a Boilermaker / Metal Fabricator.
• Previous experience in heavy industry, mining, rail, or a similar environment.
• Strong welding and fabrication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Relevant tickets and licences will be highly regarded.
• Ability to successfully complete required site medical and onboarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performing fabrication, welding, repairs, and maintenance on heavy equipment and infrastructure.
• Carrying out planned and breakdown maintenance in accordance with site requirements.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Completing welding and fabrication work to a high standard and within required timeframes.
• Conducting inspections and identifying defects, damage, or maintenance requirements.
• Working safely and efficiently as part of a maintenance team.
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with site safety procedures and relevant standards.
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Boilermaker

Welding

Reading drawings

Safety compliance

Job description

Our client is a leading Australian rail and resources organisation with a strong focus on safety, operational excellence, and the ongoing development of its people. With operations supporting critical supply chains across Queensland, they offer the opportunity to work within a well-established organisation and a supportive team environment.

We are currently seeking experienced Boilermakers to join the team in the Sarina / Jilalan area on an ongoing basis.

What You Will Be Doing:

Performing fabrication, welding, repairs, and maintenance on heavy equipment and infrastructure.

Carrying out planned and breakdown maintenance in accordance with site requirements.

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, plans, and specifications.

Completing welding and fabrication work to a high standard and within required timeframes.

Conducting inspections and identifying defects, damage, or maintenance requirements.

Working safely and efficiently as part of a maintenance team.

Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with site safety procedures and relevant standards.

Maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

What You Will Need:

Trade qualification as a Boilermaker / Metal Fabricator.

Previous experience in heavy industry, mining, rail, or a similar environment.

Strong welding and fabrication skills.

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Relevant tickets and licences will be highly regarded.

Ability to successfully complete required site medical and onboarding requirements.

Whats in it for you:

$61 per hour

8/6 roster, providing an excellent work-life balance.

Ongoing role with the opportunity to transition from temporary to permanent employment after 36 months, subject to performance.

Opportunity to work with an experienced team in a safety-focused environment.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading Australian rail and resources organisation with a strong focus on safety, operational excellence, and the ongoing development of its people. With operations supporting critical supply chains across Queensland, they offer the opportunity to work within a well-established organisation and a supportive team environment.

We are currently seeking experienced Boilermakers to join the team in the Sarina / Jilalan area on an ongoing basis.

What You Will Be Doing:

Performing fabrication, welding, repairs, and maintenance on heavy equipment and infrastructure.

Carrying out planned and breakdown maintenance in accordance with site requirements.

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, plans, and specifications.

Completing welding and fabrication work to a high standard and within required timeframes.

Conducting inspections and identifying defects, damage, or maintenance requirements.

Working safely and efficiently as part of a maintenance team.

Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with site safety procedures and relevant standards.

Maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

What You Will Need:

Trade qualification as a Boilermaker / Metal Fabricator.

Previous experience in heavy industry, mining, rail, or a similar environment.

Strong welding and fabrication skills.

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Relevant tickets and licences will be highly regarded.

Ability to successfully complete required site medical and onboarding requirements.

Whats in it for you:

$61 per hour

8/6 roster, providing an excellent work-life balance.

Sarina / Jilalan location.

Ongoing role with the opportunity to transition from temporary to permanent employment after 36 months, subject to performance.

Opportunity to work with an experienced team in a safety-focused environment.

Boilermaker Sarina / Jilalan

Boilermaker

About WorkPac

WorkPac is one of the largest workforce solutions businesses in Australia, backed by over 25 years of proven success. We offer tailored, end-to-end solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across diverse sectors including Mining, Construction, Industrial, Engineering, Healthcare, Social Care and more. Choosing WorkPac is always a Good Move.

EEO

At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.

About WorkPac

WorkPac is one of the largest workforce solutions businesses in Australia, backed by over 25 years of proven success. We offer tailored, end-to-end solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across diverse sectors, including Mining, Construction, Industrial, Engineering, Healthcare, Social Care and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.