Entry-Level Estimator – Boilermaker or Mechanical Fitter to Estimator Pathway
Ready for a career change?
Are you a trade qualified Boilermaker or Mechanical Fitter who enjoys understanding how things are built, solving problems and working out what a job really takes — but you're ready to move away from the tools?
DGH is looking for a trade qualified Boilermaker or Mechanical Fitter to join our team in Emerald as an Entry-Level Estimator but to still earn
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This is an opportunity to take the knowledge and experience you've built on the tools and turn it into a rewarding career in estimating.
You don't need previous estimating experience.
You know how the job gets done. Now learn how to price it.
We'll teach you the estimating side of the business and support you as you develop the skills needed to succeed.
Your practical trade knowledge, understanding of fabrication, mechanical work, site activities and ability to read engineering drawings will give you a strong foundation for a career in estimating.
Why make the move?
Understand fabrication, mechanical and site work scopes
Read and interpret engineering, fabrication and mechanical drawings
Identify materials, labour, equipment and other project requirements
Understand how long jobs realistically take
Identify potential challenges before work begins
Work with project managers, supervisors and tradespeople
Develop accurate and competitive project estimates
Apply your practical experience to real-world project costing
Most importantly, you'll be able to build a new career while continuing to use the skills and knowledge you've developed as a tradesperson.
About the role
Working alongside our experienced team,



you'll be trained and supported to develop your estimating skills and build your understanding of the commercial side of projects.
Your responsibilities will include:
Assisting with the preparation of detailed project estimates
Reviewing drawings, specifications and project documentation
Developing material and labour take-offs
Assisting with costing materials, labour and equipment
Liaising with project managers, supervisors, suppliers and subcontractors
Supporting tender and quotation preparation
Learning estimating software and systems
Identifying potential project risks and cost-saving opportunities
Developing your understanding of commercial and project requirements
Using your trade knowledge to help ensure estimates are practical and achievable
About you
We're looking for someone who has real experience on the tools and wants to take the next step in their career.
You will ideally have:
A trade qualification as a Boilermaker or Mechanical Fitter
Solid fabrication, mechanical and/or site experience
The ability to read and understand engineering, fabrication and mechanical drawings
A good understanding of materials, fabrication processes, mechanical work and labour requirements
Strong attention to detail
Good computer skills and a willingness to learn recent software




Good communication and organisational skills
A practical, problem-solving mindset
The motivation to develop a long‐term career outside of the tools
A genuine interest in learning how projects are planned, costed and delivered
Previous estimating experience is not required.
What matters most to us is your trade knowledge, attitude, attention to detail and willingness to learn.
Your earning potential
We understand that making a career change can be a big decision.
That's why this opportunity is designed for an experienced tradesperson who wants to transition into a professional estimating career without walking away from the earning potential they've worked hard to achieve.
Your remuneration will be competitive with your current trade earning potential, with the opportunity to grow as your estimating experience, knowledge and responsibilities develop.
What DGH offers
At DGH, we're committed to supporting our people as they develop their careers.
5 weeks annual leave
Super paid on all hours worked up to 50 hours per week
Long-term employment with a growing business
Training and support from experienced estimators and project personnel
A supportive, team-focused working environment
Employee Assistance Program
The opportunity to build a long‐term career beyond the tools
Ready for your next chapter?
If you're a Boilermaker or Mechanical Fitter in Emerald who is ready to get off the tools, use your trade experience in a different way and build a long-term career in estimating, we'd like to hear from you.
You already know how the job gets done. Now learn how to price it.
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📌 Entry-Level Estimator – Boilermaker Or Mechanical Fitter To Estimator Pathway (Emerald)
🏢 DGH Engineering
📍 Emerald