Boilermaker - Surface Mining Equipment

About the role

BUMA Australia is looking for a full-time Boilermaker to join its Maintenance Team at Blackwater Mine in Central Queensland. You will maintain and improve a large fleet of surface mining equipment, doing field and workshop work such as repairing, modifying and refurbishing machines, while scoping jobs, coordinating parts and working with maintenance planners.

Key responsibilities

• Fabricate, repair and refurbish surface mining equipment, including buckets, trays, guards and structural components.
• Carry out welding, cutting and metal fabrication in workshop and field environments.
• Inspect equipment to find structural defects, wear and needed repairs.
• Modify and rebuild components to extend equipment life and improve reliability.
• Scope maintenance jobs and decide the labour, materials and repair methods required.
• Coordinate parts and consumables and work with planners and supervisors to prioritise work.
• Make sure work follows site safety procedures, engineering standards and quality requirements.

Required profile

• A trade qualification recognised in Australia.
• Experience in heavy-duty fabrication, welding, inspection and repairs.
• Current working at heights and confined spaces tickets.
• Current Standard 11 or willingness to obtain it.

What we offer

• A full-time permanent position with a major mining contractor.
• 7/7 roster with day/night rotation.
• Career progression through training and mentoring programs.
• Discounted benefits on health insurance, groceries, fuel and selected retail outlets through BUMA LAB.

The mine is about 21 km from Blackwater and has been run by BUMA since 2012. Final applicants must consent to a police check; people with criminal records are not automatically excluded. To apply, use the Apply Now button on the listing.