FIFO Shutdown Opportunity

On Line Recruitment is seeking to provide Cairns Boilermakers and/or Mechanical Fitter Welders,located at Skardon River, Queensland.

The positions are casual and focus on maintenance and remediation work for a pontoon at the Bauxite Hills Mine, about 95 km north of Weipa, in Cape York.

We are looking for experienced tradesmen **must be local to Cairns** who are available to conduct medicals ASAP and complete online inductions within reduced timeframes

Highly competitive rates, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss!

Our client operates the Bauxite Hills Mine at Skardon River, located approximately 95 km north of Weipa in Cape York, North Queensland. This single mine encompasses both the Bauxite Hills and Skardon River tenements and involves mining, hauling, screening, barging, and transhipping materials into large ocean-going vessels about 10 nautical miles offshore, with an annual capacity of approximately 7 million tonnes.

Key details include:

• Job Type: Casual Shutdown Assignment
• Location: Skardon River, Queensland, 95 km north of Weipa.
• Shifts: 12-hour shifts, 6am–6pm, on a 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off roster.
• Duration: Starting from 21 January first rotation, 4 Feb for second rotation - Anticipated until end of March.
• Job Tasks: These include inspecting and removing pontoon flooring, repairing and replacing structural components, applying marine-grade coatings, reinstallation of flooring, and maintaining safety and environmental compliance.
• Benefits: Flights, accommodation, meals, and transport to and from the camp are provided
• Required Qualifications:
• Relevant trade qualifications in Boiler making, Mechanical Fitting, Welding.
• A white card (not essential).
• Pre-employment mining medical (advantageous if already completed).
• Confined space and gas testing experience (advantageous).
• Prior shutdown or heavy industry maintenance experience.
• Commitment to safety and the ability to meet project deadlines.
• Must be located within Cairns (to complete medicals within timeframe)

OLR is open to candidates who may not meet all qualifications but bring valuable experience or skills.

For further information regarding this position please call Scott Kenny on 4421 2700. Or click “APPLY NOW” to apply instantly.