Ri Engineering Pty Ltd – Whyalla Norrie, SA
Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics > Welders & Boilermakers
Full-Time | $85K to $95k + super

About Us

Ri Engineering is a leading provider of custom engineering, metal fabrication, and site services in South Australia. We work across mining, industrial, and commercial sectors, delivering high-quality workmanship from our Whyalla-based facility and onsite.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Boilermaker (Metal Fabricator) to join our team in a full-time capacity.

About the Role

In this hands-on and leadership-blended role, you will be responsible for fabricating, assembling, and repairing metal components and structures using a range of welding and cutting methods. You’ll work on a variety of workshop and site-based projects and support the supervision of junior team members to maintain a high standard of quality and efficiency.

What You’ll Do

Interpret and fabricate from technical workshop drawings

Cut, shape, and assemble metal components using presses, shears, drills, bandsaws, and plasma cutters

Perform welding using Stick, MIG, and TIG (including 6G) techniques

Inspect finished products to ensure conformance to specifications

Identify substandard work and manage corrections

Guide and mentor junior boilermakers and apprentices

Communicate effectively with supervisors and estimators

Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant work environment

Report and escalate quality or workflow issues when required

What You’ll Bring

AQF Certificate III with at least two years of on-the-job training, or

AQF Certificate IV, or

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in metal fabrication and welding

Qualification in 6G welding procedures

Strong proficiency in interpreting fabrication drawings and specifications

Skilled use of welding and fabrication tools and workshop machinery

Excellent teamwork, reliability, and communication skills

Ability to mentor others and maintain productivity standards

Licences and Certifications

Current driver’s licence (mandatory)

Forklift ticket (preferred)

Confined space or high-risk work certifications (advantageous)

Working Conditions

Physically active role: lifting, bending, standing, tool use

Work in workshop and outdoor environments, including heat, dust, and noise

Must adhere to WHS procedures and wear PPE at all times

Why Join Us?

Above award rates - $85k to $95K + super (based on a 38+ hour work week)

Long-term full-time role with career development support

Work on a diverse range of fabrication projects

Regional SA location with a supportive team culture in a regional engineering setting

Ready to Apply?

If you’re a trade-qualified Boilermaker (Metal Fabricator) looking for your next opportunity we’d love to hear from you.