Boilermaker - Townsville

About the role

JBS Townsville is looking for an experienced Boilermaker to join its Maintenance Team in a full-time position. The role covers fabrication, welding and repair work across the facility, keeping plant equipment and structural assets reliable and safe. It sits within a processing plant near Townsville that handles about 900 head of cattle per day.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out fabrication, welding and repair work across the facility
• Interpret drawings and measurements
• Complete planned maintenance activities
• Respond to equipment breakdowns to minimise downtime
• Work with the wider Maintenance Team on preventative maintenance and reliability initiatives
• Support safety, quality and workmanship standards

Required profile

• Trade-qualified Boilermaker/Fabricator
• Experience in a manufacturing, industrial or heavy industry environment
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to workplace health and safety
• Able to work independently and as part of a team; reliable, motivated and proactive
• Desirable: experience with stainless steel fabrication and food-grade equipment, and understanding of hygiene and food safety in a processing environment

What we offer

• Pay starting at $37.67 per hour plus penalties
• All uniforms and PPE provided
• Discounted premium meat products through the onsite butcher shop
• Career development with a global organisation and regular team-building events
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
• Discounts on apparel, insurance, car hire, banking offers, Novated leasing, retail and Telstra plans