Coded or 1st Class Welder for Shutdown Projects

About the role

EnerMech is seeking experienced Coded or 1st Class Welders for upcoming shutdown, turnaround and maintenance projects across major mining, mineral processing, port and heavy‑industrial facilities in the Lytton, QLD region. You will join a pool of qualified welding professionals to support critical asset integrity programmes.

Key responsibilities

• Perform coded welding on structural steel, piping, pressure equipment and fixed plant assets.
• Carry out maintenance, repair and fabrication activities during shutdown periods.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, welding procedures and specifications.
• Work to approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and complete defect repairs.
• Collaborate with boilermakers, mechanical crews, supervisors and QA/QC personnel to meet shutdown schedules.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Coded or 1st Class Welder in mining, industrial maintenance, fabrication, construction or shutdown environments.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety and ability to produce high‑quality welds to specification.
• Trade qualification – Boilermaker, Metal Fabricator or equivalent, current welding certifications and a valid driver’s licence.
• Construction White Card, Australian working rights and ability to pass pre‑employment medical and drug/alcohol screening.

Required skills

• Coded welding and 1st Class welding techniques.
• Interpretation of engineering drawings and welding procedure specifications (WPS).
• Maintenance and repair of fixed plant equipment.
• Ability to work safely at heights and in confined spaces (desirable).

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rates and shutdown allowances.
• Opportunities with leading mining and industrial clients across the Gladstone region.
• Diverse shutdown and maintenance projects with a strong safety culture.
• Potential for ongoing and repeat project opportunities.