Boilermaker / 2nd Class Welder

A FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY HAS ARISEN FOR A BOILERMAKER OR WELDER TO JOIN A GREAT TEAM WITHIN LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Boilermakers and 2nd Class Welders are encouraged to apply!

About the role

• Ensure Council assets, fleet and infrastructure, are maintained structurally in a safe, cost effective and operational manner.
• Self-manage day to day work within the expected time frames, to the expected standard.
• Interpret manuals, specifications and drawing to ensure allocated work is completed in accordance original equipment manufacturer and Council procedural requirements.
• Liaise with customers to interpret their requests/instructions relating to specific job requirements.
• Work at heights and in confined spaces, as required.

For full details about the role, click here to downloaded a copy of the Position Description.

Why choose us?

• Based at our Charlton Principal Depot, a state of the art facility.
• Standard working hours are 6.30am to 3.00pm, Monday to Friday.
• Enjoy a Rostered Day off each month.
• Training and development opportunities to help upskill.
• Access to the Fitness Passport Program - providing access to a wide range of local health, fitness, and leisure facilities with one single membership.
• Employee Assistance Program - free 24 hour nationwide confidential personal or work-related counselling services for employees and their families.
• A range of progressive health and wellbeing services.
• Work in a safety-conscious organisation - home safe every day!

Roles available

Boilermaker:

• Base wage of $2,702.96 to $2,973.22 gross per fortnight.
• With an additional $6.00 per hour Critical Worker Trade allowance, earn up to $3,429.22 gross per fortnight ($45.12 per hour) (dependent on individual applicant qualifications and training).
• Plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation.

2nd Class Welder:

• Base wage of $2,394.91 to $2,476.02 gross per fortnight.
• Plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation.

Note: Position upon commencement will be dependent upon your individual qualification(s), training and/or experience.

About you

Boilermaker:

• Certificate III Engineering (Boilermaker/Fabricator/Sheet Metal Worker or equivalent) from a recognised tertiary institution.

2nd Class Welder:

• Certificate I or II Engineering (Boilermaking) or equivalent or experience working as a 2nd Class Welder, with demonstrated experience in performing related maintenance and manufacturing tasks.

Both roles:

• WHS Competency (White Card) for CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry, or equivalent, or a willingness to obtain prior to commencement.
• Working at Heights Certificate, or if not held, must be obtained within 12 months of commencement.
• Supervised Confined Spaces Certificate, or if not held, must be obtained within 12 months of commencement.
• Current unrestricted ‘C’ Class Manual Driver’s Licence.

How to apply

To apply, please submit your current resume, and ensure you answer all application questions when applying.

The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.

PLEASE NOTE: Your application may not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined above.

Visit our website www.tr.qld.gov.au/jobs for information on how to apply for jobs at Toowoomba Regional Council.  Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

For further information

Please contact Rick Barwick - Supervisor Boilermakers on 0409 309 354 within business hours.

Closing date

The closing date for applications is at 11.59PM, Sunday 15 November 2026.

About Fleet & Logistics

The Fleet Workshop is a modern workshop facility that services and maintains Council assets ranging from small plant through to large earthmoving machinery.

The Fleet Maintenance team ensure that our internal customers and external stakeholders receive excellent customer service to ensure Council assets maintain their operational requirements with limited interruption to the service they provide.

The Fleet Maintenance Management section oversees the servicing and repair of all fleet assets in workshops located at Principal Depot, Pittsworth and Crows Nest as well as mobile service and repair units working from these workshops.  Maintenance Management also coordinate and deliver metal fabrication services across the region.

About Council

The Toowoomba region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.

Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 178,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.

Council does not accept unsolicited agency approaches or applications for this or any other vacancy. No response will be provided.

Attachments:
- Position Description - Boilermaker_2nd Class Welder (2123_2134).pdf
- TRC Values and Behaviours.pdf