Leading Hand Boilermaker

Pit N Portal

Posted on:  17th Oct 2025

Our Machines. Your Experience.

Emeco is seeking an experienced Leading Hand Boilermaker to join our team. You’ll use your know-how to scope, plan, and deliver high-quality repairs and rebuilds across our fleet, while motivating your team to get the job done safely and on time.

What’s in it for you?

  • Earn upwards of $60 per hour or 165k per annum!
  • Permanent Monday – Friday roster
  • Be home every night – enjoy the balance of local work
  • Paid fortnightly with super on all hours worked
  • Access to discounts on health insurance, retailers, novated leases, & salary packaging

What you’ll be doing:

  • Leading a crew with the support of the workshop manager
  • Acting as a key resource for problem solving, offering guidance and support
  • Providing training and mentoring of apprentices
  • Reading and working from drawings and job specs
  • Liaise with the Workshop Manager to schedule jobs, plan workloads, and ensure resources are in place.
  • Coordinate the scheduling and ordering of parts and materials to keep jobs on track.
  • Maintain OEM standards and compliance with company and client requirements.

What you’ll bring:

  • Full Australian working rights – visa sponsorship not available
  • Australian-recognised trade certificate in Boilermaking/Fabrication
  • Strong leadership & communication skills
  • Ability to plan, prioritise, and problem-solve work schedules
  • Experience with heavy fabrication, repairs, & refurbishment of Heavy Mining Equipment
  • Commitment to safety and quality workmanship
  • A positive, team-focused attitude
  • Current Australian driver’s licence (mandatory)

Do You Like What You See Here?

Hit ‘Apply Now’ or contact Gina McLeod directly at gina.mcleod@emecogroup.com to kickstart your career with us today!

Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Agency referrals are not accepted at this time.

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