Boilermaker Welder

Chandler Macleod ·www.chandlermacleod.com

Location Osborne, South Australia, Australia
Salary AUD 65 - 68 / hour
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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Chandler Macleod is seeking experienced Boilermakers/Welders for a casual assignment with a leading defence client based in Osborne. This is an ASAP start through to December 2026, with potential for extension. You’ll be working in a safety-first environment on large, complex fabrication projects where quality workmanship matters.

About the role
You will be completing heavy fabrication and welding including:
  • ARC / MMAW and TIG / GTAW welding
  • Plasma / LPG oxy cutting
  • Reading and interpreting structural drawings
  • Working to strict safety and quality standards
What you’ll need (essential)
  • Australian citizen
  • National Police Clearance (issued within the last 3 months)
  • White Card and Confined Space ticket (refreshed within the last 2 years)
  • Minimum 2 years’ heavy industrial fabrication experience (defence, mining, shipbuilding or construction projects)
  • Strong understanding of welding processes (MMAW/GTAW + cutting processes)
  • Own vehicle and current driver’s licence
  • Great attitude, strong attention to detail, and a safety-first approach
Highly regarded
  • Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering (Fabrication stream)
  • Platework / large complex structures experience
  • Hepatitis A & B vaccinations
  • Basic computer skills
Security requirement
Successful applicants will be required to apply for the Naval Shipbuilding and Sustainment Identification Card (NSSIC) following interview. Current NSSIC holders will be strongly regarded.

How to apply
Click APPLY NOW to upload your resume. A consultant will contact shortlisted applicants as soon as possible.

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Boilermaker Welder role?
Chandler Macleod is hiring for the Boilermaker Welder position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Boilermaker Welder job located?
The Boilermaker Welder role with Chandler Macleod is based in Osborne, SA, AU.
What does the Boilermaker Welder role pay?
Chandler Macleod lists the Boilermaker Welder role at AUD 65–68 per hour.
Is the Boilermaker Welder role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Chandler Macleod.
What experience level is the Boilermaker Welder role?
The Boilermaker Welder position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Boilermaker Welder role at Chandler Macleod?
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