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Job Title


Boilermaker Apprentice


Company : BUMA Australia


Location : Moranbah, Australia


Created : 2026-02-02


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Forge your future in mining become an apprentice boilermaker in Queensland''s open cut coal industryAbout Us:BUMA''s vision is to build a modern mining and rehabilitation company that drives growth. BUMA Australia adopts a relationship-focused, long-term strategy for project success. We consistently deliver value to clients throughout all mining stages, leveraging expertise and equipment for comprehensive surface operation services.About the Role:Are you, or someone you know, seeking an opportunity to build a Boilermaker career in the mining industry? We are recruiting for multiple apprentices at Goonyella Mine, to commence in March 2026. Week one will see you take part in a comprehensive onboarding program that includes site and workshop tours, apprentice sign-up, safety inductions, and an introduction to the team and workplace.As a Boilermaker Apprentice, you will have the opportunity to learn and obtain skills such as:Repairing, modifying and refurbishing surface mining equipmentHeavy duty fabrication, welding, inspections and repairsScoping jobs, ordering parts and working collaboratively with maintenance plannersCert III Boilermaker TradeAbout You:We are seeking driven and goal-oriented applicants with the following:Demonstrated positive attitude and eagerness to learnAbility to collaborate effectively within a team environmentProficiency in language, literacy and numeracyDriver''s licenceValid right to work in AustraliaQCE or equivalent school leaving qualificationApply today for the chance to join a site with positive, energetic and approachable leaders where hard work and talent is appreciated.Working at BUMA:BUMA Australia is a people focused business, with a strong emphasis on safety, training, development and continuous improvement. As a BUMA Goonyella employee you will have access to:Even time roster (7 days on, 7 days off) first year will be day shift only; thereafter day shift/night shift rotatingCamp accommodation, meals and uniforms providedAnnualised weekly payTraining and development opportunitiesOpportunity to work on some of the biggest and best mining gear in the worldOpen and honest relationship with the management team through weekly toolbox meetingsEmployee financial, lifestyle and health benefits such as discounted health cover, discounted car rentals, salary sacrifice options such as personal leave, superannuation, novated leasing and an employee assistance programGoonyella Riverside Mine:Located in the Bowen Basin of Central Queensland, BMA''s Goonyella Mine is one of Queensland''s largest coal mines. It is situated approximately 30 kilometres from the town of Moranbah.BUMA Australia provides labour, supervision, technical support and mobile plant to perform truck and excavator pre-strip operations.To be considered for this opportunity please click "Apply Now" to submit your application Applications for the Apprenticeship positions will close on 26 January 2026.All final applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to a police check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for these positions. Each application will be considered on its merits.For further information on careers at BUMA please visit our website #LI-AC1