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The Company

Civmec is an Australian-owned, integrated, multidisciplinary heavy engineering and construction services provider to the energy, resources, infrastructure, marine and defence sectors. Our diversification enables us to operate extensively across the nation, supporting a wide range of landmark projects and providing variety and career development opportunities for our workforce.

Join the Civmec Team

This is your chance to join our Manufacturing and Fabrication Team in one of the largest facilities of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere. You’ll work on diverse, high-profile projects while gaining hands-on experience in a world-class environment.

What We Offer

• Immediate Start
• Competitive Full Time and Casual hourly rates + penalties
• Vast overtime available
• Weekly pay
• Free onsite parking
• Career progression and long-term work opportunities

The Role

You will work as part of the surface preparation and coatings team, ensuring all steel components are prepared to the highest standard prior to coating or fabrication.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out mechanical hand preparation using wire brushes, scrapers, sanding tools, and MBX bristle blasters
• Remove surface contaminants, rust, and scale from steel components
• Clean, degrease, and wipe down surfaces to ensure proper adhesion of coatings
• Assist in the mixing and preparation of coating materials under supervision
• Apply touch-up paint to small areas where required
• Maintain tools, brushes, and work areas in clean, serviceable condition
• Always follow safety and environmental guidelines
• Assist tradespeople with general duties as directed

About You

• At least 1–2 years’ experience in industrial or workshop environments (surface preparation preferred)
• Knowledge of safe handling of chemicals, solvents, and coatings
• Physically fit and able to work in hot, noisy, or confined environments
• Able to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• High attention to detail and a strong work ethic

Civmec + You

At Civmec, we offer an inclusive workplace built on family values, with a ‘Never Assume’ culture, sustained by our experienced and supportive management team. We believe our workforce is our greatest asset, and that’s why we provide an environment rich in career development opportunities to upskill and develop professionally. Our generous Reward and Recognition scheme recognises employees that go the extra mile. Our staff discount scheme gives you discounts on a range of travel, entertainment, vehicle and lifestyle choices. 

How to Apply

Please click the “apply” link to start your application. We look forward to starting the pathway to your career with Civmec.

Alternatively, please email recruitment@civmec.com.au for a confidential chat or call our Recruitment Team on (08) 6595 5888.

Civmec is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Defence force experience is desirable, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

We respectfully request no agency submissions.

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