Reinforcement Steel Installer for Concrete Structures

Housing Industry Association Limited; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 77,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Housing Industry Association Limited is seeking a Steel Fixer for our Woodville North site. You will interpret drawings, measure and bend reinforcing steel and welded mesh, and assemble reinforcement cages for beams, columns and slabs.

You will install reinforcement into formwork before concrete placement, ensure correct alignment and spacing, and secure components for safe pours. Work with crews to meet project schedules and safety standards on site.

Qualifications

• Experience interpreting reinforcement drawings and schedules.
• At least 1 year in steel fixing or reinforced concrete.
• Ability to use cutting, bending, and tying tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Interpret engineering drawings and reinforcement schedules to determine placement, spacing and configuration of reinforcing steel and welded wire mesh.
• Measure, cut and bend reinforcing bars, rods and welded mesh to required specs using hand tools, power tools and bending equipment.
• Assemble reinforcement cages and frameworks for beams, columns, slabs and footings.
• Install reinforcing steel and mesh within formwork prior to concrete placement, ensuring correct alignment and spacing.
• Secure reinforcement using binding wire, clips and tying tools to maintain stability during pour.
• Install spacers, chairs and supports to maintain concrete cover and reinforcement positioning.
• Assist with positioning reinforcement assemblies using lifting or rigging equipment when required.
• Support setup of rigging equipment and lifting gear for moving steel elements on site.
• Assist erection of temporary site structures including guard rails and safety barriers.
• Work with site teams to ensure reinforcement installation aligns with schedules and specs.
• Inspect installed reinforcement for conformance before concrete placement.
• Report discrepancies and defects to supervisors or engineers for action.

Skills

Interpret drawings

Reinforcing steel installation

Welded mesh installation

Steel cutting/bending

Safe manual handling

Teamwork on site

Education

Certificate or Diploma in Construction/Steel Fixing

Tools

Rebar bending tools

Job description

Housing Industry Association Limited is seeking a Steel Fixer for our Woodville North site. You will interpret drawings, measure and bend reinforcing steel and welded mesh, and assemble reinforcement cages for beams, columns and slabs.

You will install reinforcement into formwork before concrete placement, ensure correct alignment and spacing, and secure components for safe pours. Work with crews to meet project schedules and safety standards on site.