Job Description
Boilermaker – AMPOL Turnaround
Join one of Australia’s largest refinery shutdown projects
Deliver high quality fabrication, welding and mechanical works
Be part of UGL’s high performing turnaround team
Why this role
• Play a key trade role in the safe execution of the AMPOL Refinery Turnaround (Mid July – September 2026).
• Strengthen your boilermaking, fabrication and mechanical capability across major shutdown environments.
• Contribute to a nationally critical energy asset while working in a high performance, fast paced mechanical team.
UGL
UGL is a leading provider of engineering, construction and maintenance services across oil & gas, power, renewables, resources, water, defence, and telecommunications. Our shutdown teams deliver safe, high-quality work within complex and technically demanding environments.
About the Role
We are seeking skilled Boilermakers for the upcoming AMPOL Refinery Turnaround. Working closely with Supervisors, Pipe Fitters, Welders, and UGL/Ampol leadership, you will carry out fabrication, structural repairs, piping support work, and shutdown maintenance activities.
The turnaround runs from Mid July – September 2026, working a 6 days on / 1 day off roster Night shift on 50% of scope.
Boilermaker/Welder certification is essential, and pipe fitting experience is highly valued for this role.
What We Offer
• Travel Reimbursement for DIDO
• LAHA – Accommodation provided plus LAHA allowance
• 6/1 roster for the shutdown duration with Nightshift on 1 unit
• Strong, supportive safety-first culture
• Access to UGL learning and development programs
• Employee benefits, rewards, and long-term career pathway
Key Responsibilities
• Perform boiler making and fabrication work including:
– Structural repairs and modifications
– Pipe supports, brackets and mechanical steelwork
– Preparation and fitting for welding activities
– Basic pipe fitting and alignment tasks
• Work alongside Welders and Pipe Fitters to complete shutdown mechanical scopes.
• Assist with valve, line and fitting replacements and reinstatement.
• Support hydrotesting preparation, reinstatement, and mechanical QA processes.
• Interpret drawings, isometric piping diagrams, work packs, and fabrication details.
• Ensure all tasks comply with Permit to Work, isolation, hot work, and confined space procedures.
• Participate in toolbox meetings, JSAs, hazard identification and safety engagements.
• Maintain quality workmanship, tool care, and strong housekeeping standards.
• Liaise with NDE/NDT teams for inspection, testing, and repair follow-ups.
About You
• Trade qualified Boilermaker/Welder
• Proven experience in oil refining, gas/chemical plants, heavy industrial maintenance, or shutdowns.
• Competent in fabrication, structural repairs, welding support, and mechanical shutdown work.
• Pipe fitting experience—including alignment, fit up and basic installation—highly regarded.
• Solid understanding of valves, lines, fittings, hydrotesting processes, and shutdown requirements.
• Knowledge of high-risk work controls including isolation, hot work, confined space, and W@H.
• Safety focused, reliable, and effective in high-pressure shutdown environments.
• Able to work well within diverse mechanical and fabrication teams.
About UGL
As part of the CIMIC Group, UGL values diverse perspectives and experiences. We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse candidates, people with disabilities and mature aged workers.
How to Apply
If this opportunity suits your experience and qualifications, please click Apply and follow the prompts. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Screening may include reference checks, work rights verification, national police checks and preemployment medicals including drug and alcohol screening.