**Position Title:** Steel Fixer**Location:** Woodville North SA ******Job Type:** Full Time**Salary Range:** ************* per year**Key Responsibilities*** Interpret engineering drawings and reinforce schedules to determine placement, spacing, and configuration of reinforcing steel and welded wire mesh.
* Measure, cut, and bend reinforcing steel bars, rods, and welded mesh to required specifications using appropriate hand tools, power tools, and bending equipment.
* Assemble reinforcement cages and frameworks for structural elements such as beams, columns, slabs, and footings.
* Install reinforcing steel and mesh within formwork prior to concrete placement, ensuring correct alignment, spacing, and structural support.
* Secure reinforcement using binding wire, clips, and specialized tying tools to maintain stability during concrete pouring.
* Installs spacers, chairs, and supports to maintain required concrete cover and reinforcement positioning.
* Attach slinging equipment such as clamps, hooks, bolts, or knots to hoisting devices to assist with lifting and moving steel components on site.
* Assist with positioning reinforcement assemblies and steel components using lifting or rigging equipment when required.
* Support the setup of rigging equipment, winches, and lifting gear used to move structural steel elements.
* Assist with erection of temporary site structures including guard rails, safety barriers, safety nets, and other protective systems.
* Work with site teams including concrete workers, farm workers, riggers, and supervisors to ensure reinforcement installation aligns with construction schedules and project specifications.




* Assist with unloading, handling, and secure storage of reinforcing materials delivered to the construction site.
* Inspect installed reinforcement to confirm it meets engineering drawings, project specifications, and structural requirements before concrete placement.
* Report any inconsistencies, defects, or design issues to supervisors or engineers for corrective action.
* Follow workplace health and safety procedures and maintain safe working practices when handling steel materials and operating tools or equipment.
* Participate in site inductions, safety meetings, and toolbox talks to ensure compliance with workplace safety standards.
**Skills and Experience*** At least 1 year of relevant work experience as a Steel Fixer or in reinforced concrete construction.
* Ability to interpret construction drawings and reinforcement schedules.
* Experience handling reinforcing steel, welded mesh, and structural reinforcement materials.
* Knowledge of reinforcement installation processes used in concrete construction.
* Ability to work with steel cutting, bending, and tying tools safely and efficiently.
* Good coordination and teamwork skills when working with construction crews.
* Understanding of construction site safety procedures and hazard awareness.
* Physical capability to perform manual tasks and handle heavy construction materials.
**Qualifications*** Certificate or Diploma in Construction, Building and Construction, Steel Fixing, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience and on-the-job training in steel fixing and reinforcement work.
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