At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform heavy fabrication and welding on large mobile mining equipment.
- Company: Join a leading ASX-listed mining contractor with great opportunities.
- Benefits: Strong hourly rates, camp accommodation, meals provided, and transport from Mackay and Townsville.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic team with a rotating 7/7 roster and excellent safety standards.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in mining with contract-to-permanent roles and weekly pay.
- Qualifications: Trade qualification as a Boilermaker and heavy fabrication experience required.
The predicted salary is between 40.5 - 49.5 $ per hour.
4 X Boilermakers required with strong heavy fabrication experience across mobile mining plant to join a leading ASX-listed mining contractor.
27th October, 2026
Myndshift Group is seeking 4 X Boilermakers with strong heavy fabrication experience across mobile mining plant to join a leading ASX-listed mining contractor.
These are excellent contract-to-permanent opportunities offering a strong hourly rate, a rotating 7/7 dayshift and nightshift roster, and camp accommodation with meals provided.
Transport is also available from Mackay and Townsville, making this a great opportunity for experienced tradespeople looking for their next long-term role in the mining industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out heavy fabrication, welding and structural repairs on large mobile mining equipment.
- Complete repairs to buckets, trays, booms, chassis, structural components and other heavy equipment assemblies.
- Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and work instructions.
- Identify structural defects, wear and damage and complete repairs to the required standards.
- Work safely and efficiently within a high-performing maintenance team.
- Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety and quality across all tasks.
Equipment Fleet
- Liebherr: R 9800, R 9400 and R 9350 excavators
- Hitachi: EX3600 excavators
- Caterpillar: D10 and D11 dozers, 793 and 794 haul trucks
- Komatsu: WA600 and WA900 loaders
- EH5000: Ultra-class haul trucks
What's on Offer
- 4 positions available for immediate start
- Contract-to-permanent opportunities with a leading ASX-listed mining contractor.
- Strong hourly rates.
- Rotating 7/7 dayshift and nightshift roster.
- 12.5-hour shifts.
- Camp accommodation and meals provided.
- Transport available from Mackay and Townsville.
- Weekly pay.
- Super & Coal LSL paid on all hours worked.
About You
- Trade qualification as a Boilermaker.
- Current Coal Board Medical & Standard 11
- A NPC (National Police Clearance) or willingness to obtain one
- Demonstrated heavy fabrication experience within mining, heavy industry or a similar environment.
- Previous experience working on large mobile plant and heavy mining equipment.
- Strong welding, fabrication and structural repair skills.
- A commitment to workplace health and safety.
- The ability to work effectively within a team on a rotating day/night roster.
Boilermakers - Heavy Mobile Plant in Mackay employer: Myndshift Group
Myndshift Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at the Callide Mine in Queensland, where safety and teamwork are paramount. Employees benefit from a strong focus on professional development, with clear pathways for career progression, particularly for those in supervisory roles. The company fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute to the success of the operation.
