Job Description

Below is a brief description of this vacancy

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This page outlines the vacancy and the key skills and responsibilities for the role.

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Mechanical Foreman

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Hemmant, Australia

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Reference: 6932687

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Build a long-term career with a growing business that values stability, teamwork, and work-life balance.

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We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Foreman to lead our Brisbane workshop team with potential occasional travel to project sites or away for work. This is a hands‐on leadership role suited to an experienced tradesperson with a strong background in structural steel fabrication, tank building, pipe fitting, and welding who enjoys mentoring others and creating a positive team.

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More than just managing workshop operations, you'll play a key role in developing the next generation of tradespeople through training, coaching, and hands‐on support.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Lead and supervise day‐to‐day workshop activities.
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- Train, mentor, and develop apprentices in welding and fabrication techniques.
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- Upskill workshop personnel to improve capability, productivity, and quality.
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- Ensure all fabrication and welding work is completed to required specifications and standards.
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- Interpret drawings and welding procedures.
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- Monitor workmanship and provide technical guidance to workshop staff.
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- Promote and maintain a strong safety culture.
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- Coordinate workflow and ensure projects are delivered on time.
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Skills & Experience Required

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- Hold relevant trade Diploma, Certificate or background; comparable to the Australian standard with 3 years relevant full-time trade experience
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- In addition, at least 5 years' experience in a leadership or similar role
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- Extensive experience in structural steel fabrication and tank construction.
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- Strong pipe fitting and welding experience, including weld inspection knowledge.
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- Excellent understanding of welding procedures, welding standards, and quality requirements.
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- Proven experience leading workshop teams or supervising tradespeople.
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- Demonstrated ability to teach, train, and mentor apprentices and tradesmen.
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- Strong communication and organisational skills.
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- Commitment to quality workmanship and workplace safety.
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What We Offer

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- Permanent full-time employment with long-term job security.
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- Competitive pay rate of $56.00 to $58.00 per hour (flat rate) plus superannuation.
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- Company vehicle available for work‐related use.
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- Stable and growing business with a strong pipeline of work.
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- Supportive team setting.
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- Leadership role with the opportunity to make a genuine impact.
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- Opportunity to make a real impact by developing the next generation of tradespeople.
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Why Join DIALOG Fitzroy?

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- Diverse projects and industries-deliver challenging multidisciplinary projects.
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- Growth opportunities-opportunity to provide assistance on larger projects, promoting development, and access to certified training.
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- People first culture-we value mentoring, collaboration, and developing the next generation of project leaders in a positive, safe and professional work environment.
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- Competitive salary-based on your skills and experience.
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If you're looking for more than just your next job and want a stable career with a company where you can make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.

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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

📌 Mechanical Foreman (Queensland)
🏢 Fitzroy Engineering Group
📍 Queensland