Trade Qualified Boilermaker

Thomas Borthwick & Sons; Bakers Creek; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas Borthwick & Sons is seeking a full-time Trade Qualified Boilermaker to join our maintenance team at Bakers Creek. The role offers opportunities to supervise apprentices and develop leadership skills while delivering fabrication, assembly, and repair of plant equipment.

Key requirements include Boilermaker experience, welding and blueprint-reading skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Boilermaker with proven fabrication experience.
• Strong welding and heavy metal fabrication knowledge.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Hold relevant trade qualifications and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Engage in fabrication, assembly, and repair of plant equipment and vessels.
• Interpret and apply detailed blueprints and technical drawings.
• Demonstrate proficiency with heavy-duty hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
• Ensure work adheres to safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with team to meet and exceed project deadlines.

Skills

Boilermaker experience

Welding techniques

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Trade qualifications

Education

Boilermaker trade certificate

Job description

An Australian company with a global reach, we are leading the way with the production of our premium and iconic beef brands at our Thomas Borthwick & Sons site, for the world market. Located in Bakers Creek, Mackay ,the gateway to the Whitsunday Coast, Thomas Borthwick & Sons Plant is part of a global company with a global purpose -to deliver the joy of eating.

What does JOY mean to you?

The joy of achievement – supporting your career development?

The joy of new experiences – the prospect to choose from a range of diverse employment opportunities?

The joy of no limits – manage your work-life balance?

The joy of opportunity –progression internally?

The joy of belonging – connect with your work and community?

At NH Foods we empower our team to take on the most challenging, inspiring, and rewarding work of their lives.

What is the opportunity?

Thomas Borthwick & Sons is seeking afull-timeTrade Qualified Boilermaker with initiative and self motivation to join our maintenance team. In this role, you will have opportunities to develop your leadership skills by supervising apprentices.

Key Responsibilities:

• - Engage in the fabrication, assembly, and repair of various plant, equipment, and vessels
• - Interpret and apply detailed blueprints and technical drawings
• - Demonstrate proficiency in utilising heavy-duty hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment
• - Ensure that all work adheres to stringent safety and quality standards
• - Collaborate effectively with team members to meet and exceed project deadlines

Requirements:

• - Documented experience as a boilermaker
• - Comprehensive knowledge of welding techniques and heavy metal fabrication
• - Skilled in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings
• - A strong attention to detail and a dedication to quality
• - Excellent problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work independently
• - Relevant trade qualifications and certifications