
We are seeking a motivated and hands‑on Birriah Apprentice Boilermaker to join our Fixed Plant Maintenance Team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a long-term career in fabrication, welding, and heavy industry. You will learn from experienced tradespeople while gaining nationally recognised qualifications.
This role is identified for Birriah Traditional Owners.
As a Birriah Apprentice Boilermaker, you will learn to:
• Fabricate, weld and repair metal structures and equipment
• Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Use hand tools, power tools, and workshop machinery
• Assist qualified trades with daily tasks
• Follow all workplace health & safety procedures
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
We’re looking for someone who is:
• Identified as a Birriah Traditional Owner
• Willing to learn and committed to completing a trade qualification
• Safety focused with a strong work ethic
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team
• Mechanically minded with a hands on approach
• Able to follow instructions and ask questions when needed
Essential Requirements
• Completed Year 10 or equivalent
• Ability to pass a pre employment medical and drug & alcohol screen
• Valid driver’s licence
What We Offer
• Full apprenticeship (Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade)
• On the job training with experienced tradespeople
• 4 Days on 3 days off roster
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for long-term employment upon completion
• Competitive apprentice wages and site allowances
How to Apply
• Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining why you are interested in becoming a Boilermaker.
All preferred candidates will undergo pre-employment checks, including a Nationally Coordinated Police Check, medical assessments, and reference checks.
Ravenswood Gold acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Country on which we walk, live and work. We recognise their long history on the lands upon which our operations exist today and the care they gave to these lands for thousands of years. We pay our respect to their cultures and Elders past, present and future, and recognise their continuing connection to land, air and sea.
Ravenswood Gold specifically acknowledges the Birriah People who are the Traditional Owners of the Country where the Ravenswood Gold Mine operates, the Bindal People who are the Traditional Owners of the Country where the Ravenswood Gold Townsville office and warehouse are located and the Yuggera and Turrbal People who are the Traditional Owners of the Country where the Ravenswood Gold head office is located in Brisbane.

Welcome to Ravenswood Gold. We’re a proudly Australian company operating the largest gold mining operation in Queensland, right in the heart of the historic Ravenswood gold rush town - just a 1.5-hour drive south of Townsville.
We’ve been on an exciting journey of transformation, expanding our operations to boost gold production to over 200,000 ounces per year and extend our mine’s life beyond 2035. We're blending innovation with tradition through the use of cutting-edge technology, including on-site Photon Assay machinery, a new mining fleet, and data analytics. Our focus is on driving growth, ensuring sustainability and safety, and making a positive impact on the Ravenswood and broader North Queensland community.
We’re committed to a long-term future in low-cost gold mining, and working towards making one of our dreams of contributing to the Brisbane Olympics in 2032 a reality.
Ravenswood Gold is proudly owned by EMR Capital (EMR) and Golden Energy and Resources Pte. Ltd. (GEAR).