Boilermaker Welder

**Together. Works.**At Macmahon, you'll find something different. We're a successful mining and civil contractor that's going places - and we want to take you with us. When you join Macmahon, you're joining a quality team that's built together, and built to last.

Macmahon has more than 30 years' experience as a leading underground mining contractor. With an ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, our underground mining team applies a strong safety culture to all aspects of operations.

Our maintenance teams take pride in keeping our sites operating safely and efficiently. You'll work with skilled people, who look out for each other and take pride in doing the job right. Together, we keep our fleet safe and reliable.

Role Details

• Location: Snowy River Gold Mine Project - Reefton, New Zealand's South Island
• Roster: 7:7 (Local) - rotating day and night shifts
• Competitive remuneration package

About the RoleMacmahon New Zealand is seeking experienced Boilermaker Welders to join our team at the Snowy River Gold Mine Project near Reefton on New Zealand's South Island.

In this hands-on role, you'll carry out fabrication, maintenance and repair work on a modern underground mining fleet, including newly commissioned equipment. Working alongside a skilled and supportive maintenance team, you'll play a key role in maintaining equipment reliability while further developing your trade skills in a dynamic underground mining environment.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, repair and rebuild a range of metal components and structures.
• Complete welding, gouging, cutting and related fabrication tasks to a high standard.
• Conduct weekly bucket and blade condition inspections and reporting.
• Interpret engineering drawings and work plans to complete repairs and modifications.
• Source materials required for fabrication and repair activities.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports.
• Assist with general workshop and site duties as required.

What You'll Bring

• Australian or New Zealand recognised Trade Qualification (Cert III or equivalent)
• Proven experience maintaining and repairing underground mining equipment, preferably Sandvik fleets.
• Experience performing onsite repairs, including bucket, tray body and structural rebuilds.
• Competency in MIG, TIG and Stick welding, air arc gouging, cutting and lancing, supported by relevant welding certifications.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and work plans.
• Strong focus on safety, quality workmanship and teamwork.
• Experience using maintenance management and reporting systems.
• Valid unrestricted manual New Zealand Class 1 or Australian C Class Driver's Licence (essential).

Why Macmahon?

• Be part of a quality team that's built to last. Our culture is grounded in respect, teamwork and real mateship.
• Opportunities to grow your skills and progress your career. Learn from people who know their stuff and want to see you succeed.

Keen to join a Winning Team? Apply now.

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