A1 - FIFO Positions

FIFO Shutdown Trades – Boilermakers & Mechanical Fitters

Job Brief

We are seeking fifteen (15) Trade-Qualified Boilermakers and ten (10) Trade-Qualified Mechanical Fitters for an upcoming maintenance campaign across South Australia. These are highly lucrative, casual fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) positions requiring a commitment to specific shutdown blocks between August and December. If you are a skilled heavy-industry professional who thrives in fast-paced shutdown environments, we want you on our crew.

Position Details

• 📍 Location: South Australia (FIFO from major SA hubs / Local state applicants only)
• 💰 Pay Rate: $60.00 – $65.00 per hour
• 👥 Total Vacancies: 25 positions (15x Boilermakers | 10x Mechanical Fitters)
• 🛂 Visa Sponsorship: Not available (Must have full local working rights; no offshore applicants)
• 📅 Campaign Schedule (Must commit to all blocks):
• August: 2 days (Starts August 4 & 5)
• September: 4 days
• October: 22 days (Major campaign block)
• December: 4 days

Core Responsibilities By Trade

For Boilermakers:

• Fabrication & Repair: Perform high-quality welding, heavy fabrication, cutting, grinding, and fitting tasks under tight shutdown deadlines.
• Structural Maintenance: Complete structural steel repairs, structural modifications, and component installations safely.
• Blueprints: Accurately read and interpret complex engineering drawings and technical structural plans.

For Mechanical Fitters:

• Mechanical Overhauls: Perform heavy mechanical maintenance, asset repairs, and precision component overhauls during fixed-window shutdowns.
• Alignment & Installation: Install, precision-align, and replace heavy mechanical components (pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, valves).
• Fault Finding: Rapidly isolate mechanical faults, troubleshoot issues, and execute repairs to return machinery to production.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Australian Recognized Trade Certificate (Cert III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade or Fabrication/Boilermaking).
• Proven, hands-on experience working in heavy industrial, mining, or resource sector FIFO shutdowns.
• Deep knowledge of heavy site safety procedures, risk assessments, and isolation/lockout protocols.
• Current relevant shutdown tickets (Confined Space Entry, Working at Heights, and Construction White Card are highly regarded).
• Must be physically fit, able to pass a comprehensive pre-employment medical, and pass ongoing drug and alcohol screens.