Job Description

BARD Engineering is a well-established Australian heavy engineering business that has supported the mining and resources industries for more than 30 years.

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We are looking for a motivated person to join our Archerfield workshop as an Apprentice Boilermaker and build a long-term career in engineering fabrication.

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This is a four-year apprenticeship combining practical, hands-on workshop experience with formal TAFE training, leading to a nationally recognised trade qualification.

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The Opportunity

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- Marking out and interpreting drawings
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- Cutting, preparing and forming steel
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- Welding and fabrication
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- Grinding and finishing
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- Operating workshop machinery, power tools and hand tools
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- Measuring and checking completed work
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- Learning secure workshop and fabrication practices
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- Assisting with the manufacture and repair of heavy engineering and mining equipment
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About You

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- Is genuinely interested in becoming a qualified Boilermaker
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- Enjoys practical, hands-on work
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- Is reliable, punctual and willing to learn
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- Has a positive attitude and good work ethic
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- Can follow instructions and work safely
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- Works well as part of a team
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- Has reliable transport to and from our Archerfield workshop
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Previous fabrication experience isn't essential. However, school-based engineering studies, a Certificate II/pre-apprenticeship, work experience or exposure to metal fabrication will be highly regarded.

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What You Can Expect

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You will work a 38-hour week, including your required TAFE training, with opportunities for overtime when available.

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Most importantly, you'll be learning your trade in a genuine heavy-engineering environment alongside experienced Boilermakers and other tradespeople, giving you exposure to real manufacturing and fabrication work throughout your apprenticeship.

📌 Apprentice - Boilermaker (Queensland)
🏢 BARD Engineering
📍 Queensland