Shutdown Crew - Mechanical Fitter/Boilermaker/Riggers

ETA is recruiting a full crew for a major power station shutdown. This project involves a large-scale, complete site refurbishment in NSW delivered by a global leader in industrial gas and rotating equipment technology. The role offers strong rates, consistent hours, a defined project timeframe, and a safety-focused setting.

Project Details

- Start: 1 September 2026 | Completion: 30 November 2026
- Full site refurbishment as part of a major power station outage
- 11-12 hour shifts, mix of day and night work
- Roster to be confirmed, expected 6:1 or 13:1

Positions Available

- Mechanical Fitters x2 – $62.00/hr + penalties
- Riggers x4 – $55.00/hr + penalties
- Boilermakers x3 – $62.00/hr + penalties

Mandatory Requirements

- Confined Space Entry (CSE)
- Working at Heights (WAH)




- Trade Certificate (Boilermakers & Mechanical Fitters)
- Rigging Ticket – Intermediate or Advanced (Riggers)
- Forklift Licence (FL)
- HRWL
- Gas Test Certification

Accommodation & Allowances

- Local Area Housing Allowance (LAHA): $800/week (candidates source own accommodation)

Benefits

- Long-term, secure shutdown work on a major power station refurbishment in NSW
- Competitive rates + penalties + night shift uplift
- Choice of accommodation arrangement
- All medicals and site inductions coordinated for you

If you are a qualified tradesperson with the required tickets and eager to work on a long-term shutdown, please get in touch.

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📌 Power Station Shutdown - Fitters, Boilermakers & Riggers (Tamworth)
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