Leading Hand Boilermaker - Expressions of Interest

We are? 

We are EnerMech, a specialist service company that delivers safe, integrated solutions for complex energy projects.

For over 50 years, we’ve been energizing our clients across the world with unrivalled expertise, equipment, and technology that supports the entire asset life-cycle – offshore and on land. We enable progress through our three global business lines: Energy Solutions, Infrastructure & Industrial Solutions, and Lifting Solutions. Within these areas, we offer a wide range of services, including cranes, lifting, fluid power, training, equipment rental, pipeline and subsea, process, and valves – all designed to help our clients optimize performance, enhance reliability, and improve efficiency.

With a focus on operational excellence, we deliver value through our customized integrated solutions.  This approach reduces risk and enhances efficiencies making us a leading and trusted partner every step of the way.

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Lead from the Front on Major Industrial Maintenance Projects

Are you an experienced Leading Hand Boilermaker looking for your next shutdown or maintenance opportunity in the Gladstone region?

We are seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from skilled, safety-focused, and motivated Leading Hand Boilermakers for upcoming shutdown, turnaround, and maintenance projects across mining, mineral processing, ports, and heavy industrial operations in Gladstone, Queensland.

These opportunities will suit experienced trade leaders who thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about delivering quality outcomes while leading high-performing teams.

About the Role

As a Leading Hand Boilermaker, you will provide frontline supervision and technical guidance to boilermaker and maintenance crews, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Leading and coordinating boilermaker and maintenance teams during shutdown and maintenance activities
• Supervising structural, piping, fabrication, repair, and fixed plant maintenance works
• Ensuring work is completed in accordance with project specifications, drawings, and quality requirements
• Promoting and maintaining a strong safety culture on site
• Conducting pre-starts, toolbox talks, and daily work planning activities
• Monitoring productivity, work progress, and workforce performance
• Assisting with resource allocation, job sequencing, and work prioritisation
• Liaising with supervisors, planners, QA/QC personnel, and client representatives
• Providing mentoring and support to tradespeople and apprentices

About You

To be successful in these opportunities, you will ideally possess:

• Extensive experience as a Boilermaker within mining, maintenance, shutdown, construction, or heavy industrial environments
• Previous experience in a Leading Hand or Supervisory capacity
• Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills
• Proven commitment to safety and operational excellence
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills

Essential Requirements

• Trade Qualification – Boilermaker / Metal Fabricator
• Current Driver's Licence
• Construction White Card
• Proven shutdown and maintenance experience
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening
• Full Australian working rights

Highly Desirable

• Experience leading crews on major shutdowns and maintenance projects
• Working at Heights and Confined Space Entry certifications
• High Risk Work Licences (Rigging, EWP, Forklift, Dogging, etc.)
• Experience in mining, ports, power generation, LNG, or heavy industrial operations
• Knowledge of safety management systems and permit-to-work processes
• Local Gladstone or Central Queensland experience

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What's on Offer

• Competitive hourly rates and project allowances
• Opportunities across major shutdown and maintenance campaigns
• Work with leading mining and industrial clients
• Strong safety culture and supportive site teams
• Potential for ongoing project work and repeat shutdown opportunities
• Career growth opportunities within future maintenance programs

Register Your Interest

If you're a respected trade leader looking to take the next step in your shutdown and maintenance career, we'd like to hear from you.

Click Apply Now and submit your resume outlining your leadership experience, trade qualifications, licences, and shutdown project history.

Applications will be retained in our talent pool and reviewed as upcoming project opportunities become available throughout the Gladstone region.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women in trades, and candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.