Leading Hand Boilermaker

We have an exciting opportunity for experienced Leading Hand Boilermaker to carry out all 'hands-on' aspects of new build buckets and refurbished buckets at our Port Hedland Workshop.

Leading Hands at Force will provide a genuine opportunity to learn, develop and further progress your career, whilst working alongside experienced, dedicated, and passionate industry professionals in an environment that is collaborative, dynamic and outcome focused. Safety of our people is at the forefront of everything we do.

What We Offer

• Attractive rates
• State-of-the-art engineering workshop facilities
• Fantastic housing allowances $$$
• Super paid on all hours worked.
• 2:2 roster (FIFO) or 5:2 roster (residential)
• Day shift only
• Great employee benefits
• Permanent full-time position
• Team based family cultural environment including regular BBQ's, drinks and after hour work functions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manufacturer new backhoe and face shovel buckets.
• Carry out extensive refurbishments on large backhoe and face shovel buckets.
• Arc air gouging and welding flux core.
• Ensuring all maintenance repairs are performed in accordance with company guidelines and within cost targets; and
• Complete required company QA/QC documents.

Required skills/experience & attributes:

• Demonstrated Leadership skills.
• Significant post-trade experience with heavy earth moving equipment; namely Caterpillar, Komatsu, and Hitachi.
• A strong commitment to safety, health, and the environment, with a proactive approach to housekeeping.
• Relevant nationally recognised trade qualification.
• Current Driver's license;
• Applicants holding current Working at Heights and High-Risk Licenses highly regarded.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a solution focus.
• Ability to work as part of a cohesive team.
• A keen eye for detail, presentation, and craftsmanship; and
• The successful candidates may also be required to complete inductions, will be required to be medically fit and able to pass a drug and alcohol test.

How to Apply

Shortlisting will begin immediately, hit 'Apply Now' or email a copy of your CV and any supporting documents to Mel Carpenter directly at recruitment@emecogroup.com 

About Force

At Force, we manage the maintenance heavy earthmoving equipment to ensure production is not affected by maintenance downtime. We offer the complete package from regular maintenance schedules optimising the reliability of equipment, repairs and rebuilds, including equipment rentals. Visit www.forceequipment.com.au for more information.