Flux Core Boilermaker / Welders – TBM Project Sydney

Job Description

• Tier 1 Work
• Ongoing Role
• Plenty of OT

We are assembling a welding crew for a Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) commissioning project, commencing December 2025 with expected completion around April 2026. This is a unique large-scale infrastructure project requiring skilled Flux Core Welders to join a high-performing team. 

The Roles
We are recruiting multiple Flux Core Welders for both day and night shifts (12 hours each).

Roster pattern:

• 6 shifts in every 8 days

All welding is performed underground, with fume extraction systems in place.
Workers must supply their own PAPR respirator.
Welding jackets and three work shirts will be provided.

Welding Test Scope:

• 25mm mild steel
• 1.2mm MIG & Flux Cored Wire
• MIG root, flux core fill and cap

Testing includes:

• 3 Butt Welds – horizontal downhand, vertical up, overhead
• 1 Fillet Weld – overhead

What We’re Looking For

• Cert III trade qualified welders
• Coded/ticketed welders encouraged
• Highly suitable for candidates with mining, tunnelling, or heavy industrial experience
• Strong flux core experience in structural/heavy fabrication
• Must be able to work safely in an underground environment
• Own PAPR respirator required
• White Card mandatory; extra tickets an advantage
• Visa welders may be considered (extra approvals required)
• Sydney-based only – NO FIFO/DIDO

What’s on Offer

• $52ph + overtime + penalties
• $5ph Site Allowance
• 12-hour shifts
• Weekly earnings $5,500–$6,500 Pre Tax
• Work on a major Sydney infrastructure project
• Welding jackets and shirts supplied

How to Apply
If you’re an experienced Flux Core Welder — especially with a mining or heavy industry background — and can supply your own PAPR respirator, click apply now to secure your position on this project.