Mining Boilermaker - Welding, Repair & Career Growth

Barminco; South Australia; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay + super

Career progression

Training & development

Employee discounts

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Barminco is seeking a Boilermaker to perform planned and breakdown maintenance on underground mining equipment at our sites in Australia. The role covers inspecting and repairing buckets, booms, trays and guards in line with OEM and site standards.

You will read and interpret technical drawings, conduct crack testing, and complete pre-start checks to ensure safe operation. Ensure accurate maintenance records and collaborate with teams to minimise downtime.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Engineering Fabrication (Boilermaking/Welding).
• Strong welding and fabrication skills (MIG, Stick, Flux Core experience).
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Ability to meet site access requirements (Medical, DAS, NPC, Driver's Licence).

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and breakdown maintenance on underground mining equipment and infrastructure.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair buckets, booms, trays, guards, and other critical components.
• Conduct crack testing, gouging, and rebuilds to OEM and site standards.
• Complete pre-start checks and ensure equipment is safe and compliant for operation.
• Accurately record maintenance activities and report defects or hazards.
• Work closely with maintenance teams and supervisors to minimise equipment downtime.

Skills

Boilermaker

Fabrication

MIG/Stick Welding

Read drawings

Site access

Education

Trade qualification in Engineering Fabrication (Boilermaking/Welding)

Job description

Barminco is seeking a Boilermaker to perform planned and breakdown maintenance on underground mining equipment at our sites in Australia. The role covers inspecting and repairing buckets, booms, trays and guards in line with OEM and site standards.

You will read and interpret technical drawings, conduct crack testing, and complete pre-start checks to ensure safe operation. Ensure accurate maintenance records and collaborate with teams to minimise downtime.