Boilermaker / Welder (Confined Spaces Certified)

2 weeks ago

Midland, Western Australia Azimuth Advisory Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

The Role

We're seeking a skilled Boilermaker / Welder who is certified for confined spaces work and has hands-on experience with aluminium welding/fabrication and tank / tanker maintenance works (bitumen tanker experience strongly preferred). You'll be part of a team fabricating, maintaining, repairing, and modifying heavy vehicle tankers and associated components (burner tubes, structural repairs, lining, etc.).

Key Responsibilities

  • Fabricate, assemble and weld structural steel, aluminium and tank components to drawings and specifications
  • Perform repairs and maintenance on tanker bodies (bitumen, fuel, chemical, etc.), including burner tubes, internal piping, baffles, etc.
  • Work in confined spaces (entering tank compartments, internal repairs) in compliance with safety permits / procedures
  • Aluminium welding / fabrication work (sheet, plate, extrusion)
  • Perform inspection, testing, and quality checking (e.g. weld integrity, pressure testing, leak checks)
  • Collaborate with engineers / designers / fitters to modify or retrofit components
  • Mobile / on-site work when required (attending field repairs)
  • Maintain documentation (work orders, welding logs, inspection reports, safety permits)
  • Assist with general workshop duties as needed (cutting, grinding, preparing surfaces, etc.)

Essential Requirements / Qualifications

  • Trade qualification as a Boilermaker / Metal Fabricator / Welder
  • Confined Spaces certification (ticket)
  • Proven experience working with aluminium welding / fabrication
  • Experience in tank / tanker work (bitumen tanker experience is a strong plus)
  • Demonstrated competency in MIG, TIG, SMAW or relevant welding processes
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, fabrication drawings and specifications
  • Sound knowledge of safety, WHS, permit systems, gas testing, hazard control
  • Ability to work in confined and sometimes arduous environments
  • Strong attention to quality, welding standards and finish
  • Good communication skills and ability to work in a team
  • Own tools where applicable

Desired / Advantageous Skills

  • Previous experience in heavy vehicle / trailer / tanker repair industry
  • Experience with burner tubes or bitumen burner systems
  • Experience with pressure / hydrostatic testing
  • Experience mobile / field service welding
  • Welding codes / certifications (e.g. AS/NZS standards)