Description

Primary purpose of position The Apprentice Boilermaker will assist in the installation, maintenance and repair of the Port of Townsville’s infrastructure, plant and equipment under the guidance and supervision of a qualified Boilermaker whilst undertaking a Trade Certificate III in Engineering Fabrication (Sheetmetal/Boilermaking). This role is ideal for individuals looking to develop skills and knowledge in the Engineering Fabrication trade while working towards completing their apprenticeship program and gaining the necessary qualifications.

Salary will be paid in accordance with the relevant apprenticeship wage rates under the applicable award, plus superannuation. Why choose the Port | Port of Townsville

Employee Value Proposition

Responsibilities

Position specific responsibilities

- Maintain and operate the Port’s wharves, floating, static, heavy and light plant and equipment, boat ramps, boat moorings and navigational leads.
- Carry out structural/mechanical repairs, maintenance and installation/commissioning to Port plant, equipment and services.
- Timely reporting and prompt repair of breakdowns to miscellaneous plant as they arise.
- Operate engineering machinery, including lathes, plasma and oxy acetylene, LN25 wire feeders, hydraulic presses, diesel welders and pipe threading machines to manufacture items as required.
- Provide and maintain records of time and materials utilised, prepare materials lists, complete and return inspection check sheets, comply with maintenance and service schedules and report schedule deficiencies.
- Direct the work of employees allocated by relevant Supervisor and/or Leading Hand, providing supervision to ensure safety and productivity.
- Actively provide positive input and solve day to day job problems and establish and improve work methods in the course of maintenance and repair work.
- Ensure compliance of the Port’s use of TAKE 5 and Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs) with all tasks and assist with Job Safety Environmental Analysis (JSEA’s) when required.
- Perform periodic inspections and testing of emergency equipment including oil pollution equipment, fixed and mobile plant to ensure equipment is fully functional.
- Liaise with commercial outlets for work related products.




- Participate in port emergency responses and associated training as directed to assist with successful restoration of the Port back to an operating capacity in the event of an emergency.
- Contribute to the Port’s strategic plans including the Statement of Corporate Intent, Corporate Plan and Port Vision 2050.
- Ensure appropriate health and safety, environmental management, quality and information security practices are implemented for all works to comply with the Port’s policies and relevant legislation.
- Comply with all relevant legislation, codes of practice and standards.
- Promote a Zero Harm culture and continual improvement in our Health and Safety management and performance.
- Any other duties commensurate with level and accountabilities, or as directed by leadership.

Qualifications

Essential criteria

Mandatory requirements/qualifications/tickets/licences:

- Certificate III in Engineering (Boilermaking/Welding).
- Operate a Gantry or Overhead Crane Ticket.
- Construction Induction (White Card).
- Pre-employment Medical - Functional 20kg.

Skills and experience:

- Considerable trade experience in the metal/fabrication trade.
- Experience working in a marine environment including working on floating platforms, under wharves and in confined spaces.
- Broad knowledge of structural fabrication and maintenance related to earthmoving and marine plant.
- Demonstrated skills in the use of tools, equipment and materials relevant to metal/fabrication.
- Sound knowledge of welding processes including TIG, MIG and manual arc.
- A working knowledge of workplace health and safety, oil pollution equipment and operation, environmental legislation, including hazard and risk management.
- Sound knowledge of plant operating and maintenance techniques and general construction processes.




- Robust ability to interpret engineering plans, electrical schematics and manuals.
- Ability to determine own work requirements and work autonomously with minimal supervision.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- High level of problem solving and organisation skills.
- Demonstrate and maintain fitness for work (including a requirement to complete a pre-employment medical relevant to the role responsibilities).

Software/Systems skills:

- General computer skills.

Highly desirable/ability to obtain criteria. Candidates will need to have, or have the ability to obtain the following qualifications/tickets/licences:

- Dogger – DG Class High Risk Work Licence (required within 6 - 12 months).
- Basic Rigging – RB Class High Risk Work Licence (required within 6 - 12 months).
- Provide First Aid (required within 3 - 6 months).
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) (required within 3 - 6 months).
- Shipboard Safety Skill Set (required within 3 months).
- Current Queensland MR class Driver Licence (required within 6 months).
- Maritime Security Identification Card (required within 3 months).
- Use Basic Equipment for Oil Spill Response (subject to AMSA/MSQ training schedule).
- Isolate and Access Plant (required within 3 months).
- Enter and Work in Confined Spaces Ticket (required within 3 - 6 months).
- Work Safely at Heights Ticket (required within 3 months).
- Recreational Marine Drivers Licence (required within 3 - 6 months).
- Short Range Operator Certificate of proficiency in radio telecommunications (required within 6 - 12 months).
- Forklift Truck – LF High Risk Work Licence (required within 3 - 6 months).
- VOC – Overhead bridging Crane Maintenance Workshop (required within 3 months).
- Working in Proximity to Traffic Awareness Part 1 (required within 3 months).
- Working in Proximity to Traffic Awareness Part 2 (required within 6 - 12 months).

The following are not mandatory but are highly desirable:

- Operate Elevated Work Platforms up to 11m Ticket (required within 3 - 6 months).
- Non-slewing Mobile Crane (greater than 3 tonnes) - CN Class High Risk Work Licence.
- Slewing Mobile Crane (up to 100 tonnes) - C1 Class High Risk Work Licence.

📌 Apprentice Boilermaker (Queensland)
🏢 Port of Townsville
📍 Queensland