Boilermaker / Welder

Boilermaker / Welder


Company
Destec
Location
Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
24 days ago
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Job Description
✅Destec is a leading mining contractor providing ore crushing, screening, and materials handling services to major mining sites throughout Western Australia. We're proud of our innovative approach, which includes designing, building, and maintaining our own high-quality crushing and screening plants.Due to a new project, we are seeking experienced Boilermaker / Welders for an immediate start at our Bibra Lake workshop. This is an initial 2-3 month casual engagement with the potential for a permanent contract for the right candidate.The role may also offer opportunity to assist on occasion with our mines site based FIFO shutdowns, and site coverage (paid at 12 hours per day).✅Key Details Location: Bibra Lake - impressive new workshop supporting large-scale fabrication and project buildsHours: 56 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 10-hour days; Saturday, 6-hour days).Remuneration: Casual $57.50 per hour plus penalties Site Allowance payable for any FIFO works. ✅About the RoleAs a Boilermaker, you will be responsible for fabricating, repairing, and maintaining fixed-plant components, working from drawings and specifications to a high standard. The scope includes crushers, screens, conveyors, chutes, and associated plant equipment.You will be part of a skilled, safety-focused team that values quality workmanship, planning, and a well-run workshop. With exciting fabrication and project work scheduled throughout 2026, this role offers the opportunity to be involved in large-scale builds and varied work that will keep you challenged and engaged.✅What you need An Australian-recognised trade certificate.A valid WA Driver's Licence.The ability to read & interpret drawings The ability to pass a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screenExperience with fixed plant components (crushers, screens, conveyors, pumps, and chutes) is highly desirable.The ability to pass a weld test in these positions without a grinder:2 FMMAW 6mm3G MMAW 6mm2F FCAW 8mm - 10mm3G FCAW 8mm - 10mm (no weave) If you are a skilled Boilermaker looking for a stable, long-term position with a clear path for career development, we want to hear from you. ➡️Apply now

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