Brisbane City Council is seeking an experienced, leadership-minded Boilermaker to join our Structures Division as a Leading Hand.
This role is predominantly field-based, giving you the opportunity to lead on-site teams delivering critical cross-river bridge infrastructure and heavy structural projects across Brisbane. You will also spend time in the workshop supporting custom fabrication and prep work.
If you are a skilled trade professional who takes pride in high-quality structural work and thrives on mentoring apprentices and driving daily site performance, this is your next step.
... Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily on-site crew operations, delegate tasks, enforce safety/quality standards, and mentor apprentices.
- Perform complex structural fabrication, repairs, modifications, and site erection on cross-river bridge structures.
- Read and work directly from complex engineering drawings, produce accurate field sketches, and design custom jigs/fixtures for component manufacture.
- Complete daily job paperwork, risk assessments, and communicate effectively with site supervisors, project managers, and council stakeholders.
What We’re Looking For
- Cert III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade (Boilermaker/Welding) or equivalent
- Demonstrated Leadership Experience
- High Risk Work Licences (EWP, Riggers or Dogman)
- MR or HR Truck Licence
What We Offer:
Brisbane City Council is one of Queensland’s largest and most respected employers in the civil construction and maintenance sector. As part of the Structures Team, you will benefit from:
- Continuous professional development in one of the most in-demand trades.
- A collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Secure, ongoing employment with weekly pay cycles.
- Provision of all necessary uniforms.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply now! For more information, feel free to contact Saia Mafi at saia.mafi@randstad.com.au or call 3640 6802.
Please note: Due to volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
More available roles with Brisbane City Council, visit our website - https://www.randstad.com.au/careers-brisbane-city-council/
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
experience
4 years
