Overview

EnerMech is a specialist service company that delivers protected, integrated solutions for complex energy projects. For over 50 years, we have energized clients worldwide with unrivalled expertise, equipment, and technology that support the asset life-cycle – offshore and on land. We enable progress through our three global business lines: Energy Solutions, Infrastructure & Industrial Solutions, and Lifting Solutions. We offer a wide range of services, including cranes, lifting, fluid power, training, equipment rental, pipeline and subsea, process, and valves to help clients optimise performance, reliability, and efficiency. With a focus on operational excellence, we deliver value through customized integrated solutions to reduce risk and enhance efficiencies.

Role

Lead from the Front on Major Industrial Maintenance Projects. We are seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from skilled, safety-focused Leading Hand Boilermakers for upcoming shutdown, turnaround, and maintenance projects across mining, mineral processing, ports, and heavy industrial operations in Gladstone, Queensland. These opportunities suit experienced trade leaders who thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about delivering quality outcomes while leading high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

- Lead and coordinate boilermaker and maintenance teams during shutdown and maintenance activities
- Supervise structural, piping, fabrication, repair, and fixed plant maintenance works
- Ensure work is completed in accordance with project specifications, drawings, and quality requirements




- Promote and maintain a strong safety culture on site
- Conduct pre-starts, toolbox talks, and daily work planning activities
- Monitor productivity, work progress, and workforce performance
- Assist with resource allocation, job sequencing, and work prioritisation
- Liaise with supervisors, planners, QA/QC personnel, and client representatives
- Provide mentoring and support to tradespeople and apprentices

About You

- Extensive experience as a Boilermaker within mining, maintenance, shutdown, construction, or heavy industrial environments
- Previous experience in a Leading Hand or Supervisory capacity
- Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills
- Proven commitment to safety and operational excellence
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills

Essential Requirements

- Trade Qualification — Boilermaker / Metal Fabricator
- Current Driver's Licence
- Construction White Card
- Proven shutdown and maintenance experience
- Ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening
- Full Australian working rights

Highly Desirable





- Experience leading crews on major shutdowns and maintenance projects
- Working at Heights and Confined Space Entry certifications
- High Risk Work Licences (Rigging, EWP, Forklift, Dogging, etc.)
- Experience in mining, ports, power generation, LNG, or heavy industrial operations
- Knowledge of safety management systems and permit-to-work processes
- Local Gladstone or Central Queensland experience

What’s on Offer

- Competitive hourly rates and project allowances
- Opportunities across major shutdown and maintenance campaigns
- Work with leading mining and industrial clients
- Strong safety culture and supportive site teams
- Potential for ongoing project work and repeat shutdown opportunities
- Growth opportunities opportunities within future maintenance programs

Register Your Interest

If you’re a respected trade leader looking to take the next step in your shutdown and maintenance career, we’d like to hear from you. Click Apply Now and submit your resume outlining your leadership experience, trade qualifications, licences, and shutdown project history. Applications will be retained in our talent pool and reviewed as upcoming project opportunities become available throughout the Gladstone region.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women in trades, and candidates from all backgrounds and experie(n)ces.

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