Job Description

Metal Fabricator / Boilermaker-WelderRocky Creek Abattoir – Tolga, QLDFull-timeSalary: $72,000–$80,000 per annum + superannuationRocky Creek Abattoir is seeking an experienced Metal Fabricator / Boilermaker-Welder to join our team in Tolga, Far North Queensland. The successful applicant will be responsible for the fabrication, installation, repair and maintenance of stainless-steel processing equipment, structural steel and other metal components used throughout the abattoir. This is a hands-on role requiring strong fabrication and welding skills and the ability to work safely and effectively within an operational meat-processing environment. Key responsibilities

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- Read and interpret engineering drawings, plans and technical specifications.
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- Mark out, measure and prepare metal components for fabrication.
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- Cut, shape and form metal sections using appropriate hand tools, power tools and metal-cutting equipment.
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- Fabricate and assemble metal components and replacement parts.
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- Perform MIG, TIG and arc welding to join and repair metal components.
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- Fit and install fabricated components and equipment.
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- Fabricate, repair and maintain stainless steel processing equipment.
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- Repair structural steel and other plant components.
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- Inspect completed fabrication and welding work to ensure it meets required specifications and quality standards.
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- Finish fabricated and welded components using appropriate grinding and finishing techniques.
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- Assist with plant breakdowns, repairs and scheduled shutdown maintenance.
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- Maintain welding, fabrication and workshop equipment in safe working condition.
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- Ensure all work complies with food safety,



workplace health and safety and company requirements.
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- Work cooperatively with maintenance, production and other team members as required. Skills and experienceApplicants should have:
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- Demonstrated experience in metal fabrication, boilermaking and welding.
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- Competency in MIG, TIG and arc welding.
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- Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications.
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- Strong measuring, cutting, fitting and fabrication skills.
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- Ability to work accurately and produce work to required specifications.
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- Good problem-solving skills.
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- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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- Strong commitment to workplace health and safety. A relevant trade qualification would be highly regarded but is not essential. Experience in stainless steel fabrication and/or fabrication and maintenance within a food-processing, manufacturing or similar industrial environment would also be highly regarded. Willingness to undertake Q fever vaccination is required. How to ApplyPlease submit your resume and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience in metal fabrication, boilermaking and welding. Your cover letter should briefly describe:
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- your previous metal fabrication and welding experience;
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- the types of welding you are experienced in, such as MIG, TIG and/or arc welding; and
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- any experience you have working with stainless steel or in a food-processing, manufacturing or similar industrial setting. Applications that do not include a cover letter addressing the above may not be considered. Please submit your application with the subject title "Metal Fabricator / Boilermaker-Welder" to .
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📌 Metal Fabricator / Boilermaker-Welder (Tolga)
🏢 Rashi Joshi
📍 Tolga