Boilermaker - Residential Position

1 week ago


KalgoorlieBoulder, Australia ABBA Engineering Full time $88,000 - $112,000 per year

Make a Real Impact in a Growing WA-Based Mining Services Company

Are you an experienced Boilermaker looking to join a dynamic, fast-growing company? Do you want a stable, full-time role with minimal travel and a supportive team environment? ABBA Engineering is actively recruiting skilled Boilermakers to join our Kalgoorlie team – offering a Monday to Friday schedule, residential incentives, and exciting growth opportunities.

About us

ABBA Engineering
is a rapidly expanding service and manufacturing company providing end-to-end solutions to the mining and resources sector. We specialise in:

  • Dewatering systems maintenance and services
  • Custom-built industrial assets
  • Mechanical hire and site services
  • Fabrication and pressure welding

With operations extending into a new state-of-the-art facility in Pinjarra and continued investment in automation and robotic welding, we are at the forefront of innovation in WA's industrial and mining services sector.

Why join ABBA

We offer competitive benefits to help you grow personally and professionally:

  • Hourly rate up to $55/hr based on skills and experience
  • Additional residential and site allowances
  • Relocation assistance value up to $5,000 for interstate applicants
  • Remote area salary packaging and novated lease options
  • Discounted private health insurance
  • Regular company events and a friendly, collaborative team culture
  • Career development through training, upskilling, and internal growth opportunities
  • Monday to Friday roster with occasional short site visits – be home each night
  • A commitment to safety-first operations with modern equipment and tooling

About the Role

As a Boilermaker, you will play a key role in fabricating, assembling, and repairing metal structures and piping systems for both workshop-based and site projects. This role offers variety, challenge, and the chance to work with cutting-edge machinery in a collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Interpret technical drawings, blue prints, plans, and specifications
  • Fabricate, assemble, and repair metal structures and components
  • Perform high-pressure welding for piping and structural systems in accordance with industry standards
  • Set up and operate manual and automated welding equipment
  • Perform MIG, TIG, and Stick welding with precision and safety
  • Conduct inspections to ensure fabricated components meet quality and safety standards
  • Operate hand and power tools to shape, cut, and assemble metal parts
  • Fit and tack weld parts into position for final welding
  • Carry out maintenance and repairs on plant equipment and heavy machinery
  • Uphold workplace safety, environmental, and compliance standards

About you

Required:

  • Certificate III in Engineering- Fabrication Trade or equivalent
  • Qualified Metal Fabricators, Pressure Welders, and Welders (First Class)
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in welding and metal fabrication (preferably in mining or heavy industry)
  • Current Australian driver's licence and full work rights in Australia
  • High attention to detail and a strong safety mindset

Desirable:

  • Confined Space and Working at Heights certification
  • High-Risk Work Licence (e.g. Forklift, EWP)
  • Pressure welding experience highly regarded

Pre-employment checks:

  • National Police Clearance
  • Medical and drug/alcohol screening

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Apply now by sending your resume and a brief cover letter to

Applications are accepted from enter date 26 September 2025 to 25 October 2025

Want to chat first? Contact us:

  • Amber Wu – HR Assistant |
  • Sherry Wang – People & Culture Manager |

Join ABBA Engineering and be part of a team driving innovation and excellence in WA's mining and manufacturing industry.


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