Boilermaker/ Assembler

ABOUT VOLGREN

Volgren was established in 1977 and is Australia's largest and most successful bus body builder. We operate three manufacturing facilities located in Queensland, Victoria, and Western Australia, along with Aftersales facilities across five states — Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, New South Wales, and our newly opened facility in South Australia.

Volgren builds bus bodies for the world's leading chassis manufacturers, including Volvo, Scania, Mercedes, and MAN. Most recently, we delivered Queensland's first electric bus on a BYD chassis.

Our uncompromising manufacturing standards, class-leading technology, and unmatched aftersales service ensure our customers can trust in our products.

We are passionate about providing excellent working and learning opportunities for individuals who are ready to grow with us. Our team values innovation, collaboration, and quality — we support one another and take pride in building the transport of the future.

We also focus on maintaining a safe working environment with multiple opportunities for enthusiastic people who want to develop and refine their skills while learning about electric vehicle manufacturing.

Our values include:

• Respect and Appreciation of People
• Making it Happen with Excellence
• Customer Satisfaction
• Ethics and Integrity
• Sustainability
• Teamwork

BENEFITS

• The opportunity to build on your current skills and open further doors in the manufacturing industry.
• Be part of a growth-oriented global organisation.
• Local and international career opportunities with Volgren Australia and Marcopolo.
• Contribute to local content supported by government initiatives.
• Work within a close, supportive team environment.
• Participate in the National Incentive Program.
• Enjoy job stability within an established and respected company.
• 9-day fortnight work schedule for improved work-life balance.

ABOUT THE ROLE

With continued growth in the transport industry and Volgren's strong reputation for quality and innovation, our Aftersales Department is expanding to support increasing demand for warranty work, accident repairs, and retrofit projects.

We are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and collaborative working environment, offering opportunities for passionate and skilled individuals to further develop their trade expertise while contributing to the ongoing success of our customers' fleets.

We are seeking an individual with strong mechanical aptitude to join our Eagle Farm facility. In this hands-on role, you will apply your skills in fault seeking, problem solving, and repairs, working within a safety-conscious team to deliver high-quality diagnostics, refurbishments, and modifications.

Pay rates are market competitive and based on experience and qualifications. This is a permanent full-time opportunity, covered under our Enterprise Agreement.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Use hand and power tools effectively and safely.
• Interpret drawings and electrical schematics.
• Modify and fit parts and components to meet specific requirements.
• Weld, cut and form metal
• Identify faults, carry out root cause analysis, and perform necessary repairs.
• Frame and fit hardware according to job specifications.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow all workplace safety guidelines.
• Be punctual, reliable, and able to work effectively within a team environment.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE & REQUIREMENTS

• Trade qualification in Boiler making, Fabrication, or a related field
• Previous experience in a vehicle manufacturing or service environment is highly regarded.

This position also requires the applicant to undertake a pre-employment medical which includes a drug and alcohol analysis, musculoskeletal evaluation and hearing test

Applicants must have the right to work and live in Australia.

Our Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:

Volgren is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and developing an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.

As an Inclusive employer we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people from Indigenous Business Sectors, people of all genders including those who identify as LGBTQIA, people with a disability and from disability enterprises, people from Sustainable Regions, Disadvantaged Sectors and Social Enterprises and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to treating every application objectively, follow a coherent screening and interview process and we hire based on attitude, skill and merit.

**PLEASE NOTE: Due to a high volume of applicants, only short listed candidates will be contacted.*