At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team as a Mechanical Fitter or Boilermaker and work on exciting maintenance projects.
- Company: Be part of Queensland Alumina Limited, a leader in the minerals processing industry.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, subsidised health insurance, and flexible work schedules.
- Other info: We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Grow your skills in a supportive environment while enjoying a stunning coastal lifestyle.
- Qualifications: Trade qualifications as a Boilermaker or Mechanical Fitter; experience with pumps and turbines is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 26.1 - 31.9 $ per hour.
Expression of Interest in Mechanical Fitters & Boilermaker Roles
If you’re looking for a role where you can grow, develop new skills, and be part of a supportive and inclusive team, we’d love to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a team where your contributions are recognised and valued.
- Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of a close-knit community, surrounded by stunning natural attractions.
- Access a range of company benefits, including subsidised private health insurance.
- Choose a work schedule that suits you: Lifestyle Roster or 9-day fortnight.
- What You’ll Do
We have an exciting opportunity for Mechanical Fitters and Boilermakers to join our Plant Maintenance teams, working on either a Lifestyle Roster or a 9-day fortnight.
Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will play a key role in supporting our Safe, Stable, and Sustainable vision by:
- Performing work safely, both independently and as part of a team, in accordance with all health, safety, environmental, and community policies and procedures.
- Manufacturing, fabricating, and welding piping, fittings, valves, and associated components.
- Conducting maintenance and repair work on drum filters, settlers, tertiary systems, and related pumps and piping.
- Identifying, developing, and implementing improvements to plant equipment and processes.
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance work practices and operational efficiency.
About You – What We’re Looking For
We are seeking motivated, safety-conscious team players who thrive in a dynamic industrial environment. To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate:
- A positive, proactive, and safety-focused attitude, with strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
- Trade qualifications as a Boilermaker or Mechanical Fitter.
- Experience in the maintenance of pumps, turbines, mills, and fans is highly desirable.
- Willingness and ability to learn new skills.
- Self-motivation, with a focus on customer service and continuous improvement.
- Forklift, dogging, and rigging qualifications are advantageous.
- What’s On Offer
We recognise that work is just one part of life, which is why we offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing and help balance work with your lifestyle.
These include
- A work environment where safety is always the highest priority.
- A competitive salary package.
- Comprehensive medical benefits, including subsidised private health insurance for employees and their immediate family.
- Ongoing wellbeing support for you and your family, covering both personal and professional matters.
- Where You Will Be Working
- About QAL
Gladstone is a vibrant coastal town in Central Queensland, with a regional population of approximately 64,000.
It is also the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef, offering an exceptional coastal lifestyle.
If you’re considering a sea change, discover more about what the region has to offer here:
Queensland Alumina Limited (QAL) is one of the world’s largest alumina refineries, enjoying a global reputation as a leader in the minerals processing industry.
QAL is focused on employee engagement, best practice technology, innovative capital solutions, benchmark maintenance and project execution whilst maintaining world class safety, quality and environmental performance.
Creating an Inclusive and Diverse Workforce
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and empowered to be themselves.
We value diverse perspectives and believe they are essential to our success.
All voices are heard, and we treat one another with fairness and dignity, regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or cultural background.
At QAL, we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, members of the LGBTQ+ community, mature-age workers, people with disabilities, and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Applications Close: Monday, 2 November 2026
We sincerely appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.
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EOI - Mechanical Fitter and Boilermaker Roles employer: Queensland Alumina Limited
Queensland Alumina Limited (QAL) is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive workplace where every employee is respected and valued. Located in the vibrant community of Gladstone, employees enjoy a secure, full-time role with strong financial benefits, including relocation support and subsidised health insurance, alongside a 9-day fortnight roster that promotes a healthy work-life balance. With a commitment to employee growth and a focus on safety and sustainability, QAL provides a unique opportunity to thrive in both your career and personal life amidst stunning natural surroundings.
Contact Details:
Queensland Alumina Limited Recruitment Team
