Boilermaker - Safety Steel

About the Role

We are seeking qualified and experienced Boilermakers to join our structural steel fabrication team in Dandenong, Victoria. In this hands-on role, you will interpret workshop drawings to fabricate, assemble and weld structural components to high standards using MIG and other welding processes. You’ll work with a range of hand and power tools, handle and move steel materials, and contribute to general workshop and yard operations. This position suites tradespeople with a strong safety focus, proven structural steel experience, and a team-oriented approach.

Key Responsibilities

· Read drawings, work orders and production schedules to determine product or job instructions and specifications.

· Competently and safely operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal using gas shielded metal arc to the required specifications and Australian Standard.

· Competently set up and operate hand and power tools common to the fabrication trade such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment, grinders and carbon rod gauging

· Label and sort manufactured plate material into product groups

· Mark-out, cut/drill/punch holes as required for plate material in accordance with fabrication drawings.

· Layout, position, align and assemble components together in accordance with fabrication drawings and tolerances.

· Mechanical cutting of steel and compiling of cutting lists from fabrication drawings.

· Measure and cut raw materials with straightedges and high accuracy.

· Move steel in workshop with overhead crane and forklift (where licensed and authorised).

· Transfer fabricated components between production departments in accordance with production schedules.

· Perform general housekeeping and maintenance of work areas, equipment, tools and facilities.

· Safely and efficiently undertake all other duties in the workshop, paint/blast bay and yard areas as instructed by Management.

Skills and Experience

· Trade Qualification in Boilermaking / Welding and experience in a similar position.

· Be able to read, interpret and fabricate from workshop drawings.

· Strong aptitude in the mig weld process as well as ability to perform various types of welds procedures;

· Previous experience in structural steel fabrication.

· Demonstrated safety awareness with understanding of OH&S practices.

· Organisation skills, with efficient & productive work ability.

· Have the right attitude and willingness to work reasonable overtime offered.

· Ability to work in a team environment.

About the Company

Join Safety Steel Structures, a leading provider of quality steel buildings since 1968, known for our commitment to exceptional custom-designed solutions across residential, commercial, industrial and agricultural sectors.

As a proud division of Ahrens, a fifth-generation Australian family business, we benefit from the resources and expertise of a national leader in construction, engineering, and rural infrastructure. This partnership strengthens our position in the industry, enabling us to offer robust and cost-effective solutions backed by over 120 years of Ahrens’ trusted legacy.

At Safety Steel Structures, you’ll work within a supportive team culture that values diversity, collaboration and personal growth. We’re dedicated to rewarding the hard work and passion of our team, ensuring we grow together towards a shared vision of quality and excellence in steel structures.

Benefits

· Employee Assistance Program, supporting you and your family’s health & wellbeing

· Discounts to some of Australia’s leading corporate partners in private health insurance, gyms, travel, clothing, vehicles and more

· Generous paid parental leave entitlements to support you and your family

· Annual Employee Donation Scheme to support a charity/cause of your choice

· Opportunities for career progression

How to Apply

To apply click the "Apply Now" to submit your updated resume and cover letter, further enquiries can be directed to Andie Smidmore, HR Coordinator on 0484 743 113 or via email to [email protected]

Ahrens & Safety Steel Structures is an Equal Opportunity employer who recognise the value in a diverse workforce. We are dedicated to promote an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all genders and people of Indigenous backgrounds .