About this role
The Opportunity
Start the New Year with a fresh challenge and join a crew that takes pride in doing quality work safely. Downer’s Energy & Utilities team has a permanent full‑time opportunity for a Trade Qualified Boilermaker to support major works at BlueScope Steel in Port Kembla, including the high‑profile Number 6 Blast Furnace Project as well as ongoing BAU maintenance.
This is a great chance to secure stable local work, be part of a tight‑knit team, and contribute to projects that keep industry moving across the Illawarra.
What We’re Looking For
We’re keen to hear from people who:
- Are Trade Qualified Boilermakers
- Have experience in heavy industrial or power station environments
- Are confident using power and hand tools safely
- Work well in a team, communicate clearly, and put safety first
- Hold full Australian working rights
- Hold a White Card (mandatory)
- Hold an EWP ticket (desirable)
- Are willing to complete a pre‑employment medical
What We Offer
- Permanent full‑time role – long‑term job security
- EBA rates + penalties + site allowances
- Residential roster – 10-hour days, Monday to Friday, + 6 hours on Saturday
- Work in a convenient location at BlueScope Steel, Port Kembla
- Join a supportive, close‑knit team that lives our Zero Harm values
- Be part of high‑profile, technically interesting industrial projects
About Energy & Utilities
Downer’s Energy & Utilities business is an integrated trans‑Tasman team delivering services that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate, and maintain critical assets across water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial, and power generation sectors.
Our crews are backed by in‑house technical experts, specialist engineering capability, and strong OEM partnerships — all working together to deliver safe, reliable outcomes.
Important Information
All offers of employment are subject to meeting project requirements, successfully completing a pre‑employment medical, and providing evidence of your right to work in Australia.
How to Apply
Please submit your application online via this advertisement.
Email applications will not be accepted.
Other facts
About Downer
Enabling communities to thrive.
It’s what we’ve done for more than 150 years. Solving problems. Making the extraordinary run smoothly every day. We’re keeping the lights on and the water flowing. Running the hospitals that take care of us. Delivering the transport that takes us from A to B. Maintaining communication networks that keep people connected. Helping our Government and Defence customers keep them protected. Delivering train fleets. Building bridges, roads and streets. Now we’re building momentum too. Moving forward even faster.
Across Australia and New Zealand, we’re transforming the way we work. Unlocking our potential to lead by example. Using our passion and expertise to deliver complex projects and turn fresh ideas into solutions that make society a better place. Creating opportunities for our people, growth and value for our shareholders, and world-class solutions for our customers. Imagining. Innovating. Engineering. Enabling.
What you'll do
- The Boilermaker will support major works at BlueScope Steel, including the Number 6 Blast Furnace Project and ongoing maintenance. The role involves working safely and contributing to high-profile industrial projects.
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