Experienced Trades Assistant Pressure Vessels Heat Exchangers

Are you a seasoned Trades Assistant with a knack for steel fabrication Were seeking a highly experienced Trades Assistant to join our Pressure Vessel Division and support our expert boilermakers in crafting pressure vessels and heat exchangers. If youve got years of handson experience backing up welders and boilermakers in the steel industry we want you on our team!

In this role youll pair with a qualified boilermaker to streamline fabrication processes. Your expertise will handle the heavy liftingliterally and figurativelyallowing our boilermakers to focus on highskill tasks like welding and assembly not timeconsuming prep or support work. Experience with pressure vessels or heat exchangers is a bonus but your deep steel fabrication background is what were after.

Join us for:

• A key role in producing worldclass pressure vessels and heat exchangers.
• The chance to work alongside skilled boilermakers in a tightknit team.
• Competitive pay reflecting your experience plus overtime opportunities.
• Job security with a respected familyowned company.
• A workplace that values your trade knowhow and dedication.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist boilermakers with material preparation including cutting grinding and positioning steel components for fabrication.
• Support welding and assembly tasks by setting up jigs fixtures and workpieces for pressure vessels and heat exchangers.
• Handle rigging and movement of heavy steel parts ensuring safe and efficient workflow.
• Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of tools equipment and work areas to keep production on track.
• Collaborate with boilermakers and supervisors to prioritise tasks freeing up skilled trades for fabrication focus.
• Adhere to strict safety and quality standards in a highprecision steel environment.

Bonus Points:

• Experience with pressure vessels heat exchangers or similar heavy steel products.
• Forklift rigging or dogging tickets (current or willingness to obtain).
• Familiarity with boilermaker tools like plasma cutters grinders or oxyacetylene equipment.

Qualifications :

About You:

• Extensive experience 5 years preferred) as a Trades Assistant in the steel fabrication industry.
• Proven track record supporting boilermakers and welders with handson tasks.
• Strong understanding of steel fabrication processescutting grinding fitting and rigging.
• Physically capable of handling heavy materials and working in a fastpaced shop floor setting.
• Safetyfocused with knowledge of industry standards (e.g. OH&S practices).
• Reliable proactive and able to anticipate boilermaker needs without constant direction.

Additional Information :

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Trades Assistant to make a real impact in our pressure vessel and heat exchanger production. Youll be the righthand support to our boilermakers ensuring they can focus on what they do bestfabricating exceptional steel products. With your industry expertise youll help us maintain our reputation for quality and efficiency.

To apply submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience in steel fabrication and how youve supported boilermakers or welders in the past. Tell us why youre the perfect fit to join our crew!

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime