BOILERMAKERS WANTED – $38–$48 PER HOUR + SUPER

Full-Time Permanent Positions | Toowoomba, QLD | Obadare

Are you a skilled Boilermaker looking for more than just another welding job?

At Obadare, we don't just fabricate steel — we build complex, purpose-built equipment for industries across Australia and beyond.

From drilling rigs and flowback trailers to pipe handling equipment, high-pressure piping and structural steel projects, our team works on a diverse range of challenging and rewarding projects.

If you take pride in your workmanship, can confidently read drawings and enjoy seeing a project come together from start to finish, we want to hear from you!

Why Choose Obadare?

We believe skilled tradespeople deserve competitive pay, interesting work and a workplace where their contribution is valued.

Here's what we offer:

- Competitive Pay – $38 to $48 per hour + super: Permanent full-time employment with pay based on your skills, experience and demonstrated ability.

- Weekly Pay: Enjoy the convenience of being paid every week.

- 9-Day Fortnight Option: Better work-life balance with the chance to enjoy every second Friday off.

- Overtime Opportunities: While overtime is never guaranteed, our workload over the past 12 months has averaged approximately 45–50 hours per week.

- Up to $1,500 Onboarding Bonus: Paid in instalments, with an initial payment upon commencement and the balance following successful completion of your six-month probation.

- Relocation Assistance: Moving from interstate or more than 500km away? We offer a $2,000 relocation allowance, plus assistance with rental or property purchase applications.

- Variety of Projects: From one-off custom builds to multiple-unit production runs, no two projects are necessarily the same.

- Safety-Focused Workplace: Work for a business that prioritises the health, safety and wellbeing of its people.

- Strong Team Culture: Be part of a company built on six core values: Family, Trust & Teamwork, Quality, Innovation & Change,



Customer Focus & Commitment, and Discipline.

Your Skills Determine Your Pay

At Obadare, we recognise that not all boilermakers have the same level of experience or fabrication capability.

Our structured pay tiers reward demonstrated skills and competency.

Skill LevelHourly Rate

Level 1 $38.00 – $41.00

Level 2 $42.00 – $44.00

Level 3 $45.00 – $48.00

Your pay level will be determined through the interview process and a practical weld/fabrication assessment.

We are particularly interested in experienced fabricators who can work independently, interpret complex drawings and confidently build equipment from the ground up.

What Will You Be Working On?

You'll have the opportunity to manufacture, repair and upgrade a wide range of equipment and structures, including:

- Drilling rigs and associated equipment

- Flowback trailers and transport equipment

- Pipe handling and oilfield equipment

- High-pressure piping and pipe spooling

- Pressure vessels and tanks

- Structural steel fabrication

- Custom-engineered equipment and specialised fabrication projects

What Will Your Role Involve?

As part of our fabrication team, you will be responsible for:

- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, welding procedures and fabrication specifications.

- Fabricating and assembling complex steel structures and equipment to a high standard.

- Completing welding, repairs, modifications and equipment upgrades.

- Working in accordance with approved welding procedures, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and Obadare's API Q1 quality management requirements.





- Maintaining high standards of workmanship, productivity and safety.

- Taking ownership of your work and contributing to a clean, organised and efficient workshop.

- Working collaboratively with supervisors, tradespeople and other departments to deliver quality projects on time.

This is primarily a workshop-based role in Toowoomba, with occasional shift work or remote work opportunities depending on project requirements and agreed arrangements.

What Are We Looking For?

Essential Requirements:

- Trade qualification in Engineering – Fabrication Trade (Boilermaker) or equivalent.

- Strong structural steel fabrication and welding skills.

- Ability to confidently read and interpret engineering drawings.

- Ability to meet required welding procedure qualifications.

- A high standard of workmanship and attention to detail.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

- Commitment to workplace safety, quality and productivity.

- Current driver's licence.

Highly Regarded but Not Essential:

- Pipe fitting and pipe spooling experience.

- Experience fabricating complex equipment from engineering drawings.

- Forklift High Risk Work Licence.

- Working at Heights certification.

- Confined Space certification.

- Experience working within documented quality and inspection systems.

Ready to Build Something Different?

If you're an experienced Boilermaker who takes pride in quality fabrication and wants to work on exciting projects with a growing Toowoomba-based manufacturing business, we want to hear from you.

Whether you're local to Toowoomba or considering relocating for the right opportunity, Obadare offers competitive wages, diverse projects and a supportive team environment.

Apply now and take the next step in your career with Obadare!

Applications will be assessed based on relevant trade qualifications, experience, demonstrated fabrication skills and practical assessment outcomes.

📌 Experienced Boilermaker (Toowoomba)
🏢 Obadare Group
📍 Toowoomba