Steel Fixer in Adelaide

Location: Woodville North SA 5012

Job Type: Full Time

Salary Range: 77000 - 83000 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.
• Install 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 safe 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.