PRIORITY APPLICATIONS - Applications for this position are only accepted for Applicants who have Trade Skills Recognition or VETAssess to Australian Standards in place. A copy of your Assessment will need to be attached to your application for consideration. Applications without this Assessment will not be considered.
Bowhill Engineering is fortunate to be able to offer limited Visa Sponsorship opportunities to Trade Qualified Metal Fabricators and Welders looking for Visa Sponsorship in regional country, South Australia. Specialising in large heavy structural steel projects, high quality workmanship and trade qualified experience (5 years) are the minimum requirements along with a great team work ethic. Offshore applications are for applicants residing overseas wishing to pursue sponsorship to work in Australia.
Bowhill Engineering are looking for employees that prefer long term opportunities as part of their relocation as we are committed to growing our workforce to meet project requirements. Offering a river country lifestyle, with the rural city of Murray Bridge within 40 mins, the Murraylands area offers fantastic medical facilities, private and public schools, religious services and sport/recreation opportunities. Bowhill Engineering are able to offer up to 6 months, shared accommodation (dependant on availability), whilst you seek permanent accommodation in the area.
As your application is a Visa Sponsorship application, these applications take time in review and are subject to availability. Bowhill Engineering reserves the right to close applications at any given time. For your application to be receipted, we encourage you to support the application with evidence such as
1. Trade Skills Recognition / VETAssessment
2. Trade Certificate copy (required)
3. Weld Qualification Test Certificate copy (most recent as available)
4. Welding evidence (Weld photos x 3 required)
• 2f Down hand fillet
• 3f Vertical Up Fillet
• Work Example Portfolio - Photos ie finished work items or projects (recent)
As a major employer in the Murraylands, Bowhill Engineering offer a fantastic package in work/life balance, weekday hours 7.30am - 4.00pm with early finish Fridays at 1.45pm.
Permanent Positions | Long Term Employment | Employee Health Assistance + Employee Assistance Program | Annual Wage Reviews which are Performance Based | Wage Boost Incentives | Social Club | Personal Growth Plans | Family Business & Values.
Location: Bowhill, South Australia near Murray Bridge, Tailem Bend and Mannum (90 mins Adelaide)
Type of Work: Workshop Based, Heavy Structural Steel Welding & Fabrication
Refer to our Bowhill Engineering website for application and further job information. Applications are to be submitted via our website only.
Together We Thrive
For over 50 years, BOWENG has been at the forefront of complex and heavy structural steel fabrication, delivering some of Australia’s most challenging and high-profile infrastructure projects. Our reputation is built on precision, innovation, and collaboration—qualities that continue to position us as leaders in the industry.
A Legacy of Excellence, A Future of Innovation
BOWENG evolved from a family-owned regional workshop into a nationally recognised leader in steel fabrication. From our state-of-the-art B5 facility in regional South Australia, we are pioneering new technologies, sustainable practices, and advanced engineering solutions.
We specialise in delivering large, complex steel structures with precision. Our commitment to quality, safety, and innovation allows us to take on projects that require expertise beyond standard fabrication—particularly in bridges, transport infrastructure, marine works, and heavy industrial applications.
Investing in People, Driving Innovation
Bowhill Engineering is more than just a business; it’s a family, a community, and a commitment to the future of Australian industry. Our team of 60+ skilled professionals is growing, and we are investing in training, apprenticeships, and career development to ensure the next generation of fabricators, engineers, and industry leaders thrive.
We believe that technology should enhance human potential, not replace it. That’s why we are integrating automation into our processes in a way that supports upskilling, job creation, and long-term workforce development.
Ready for What’s Next
As leaders in complex and heavy structural steel fabrication, we remain laser-focused on the future. Whether it’s bridges, tunnels, marine infrastructure, or defence projects, we are ready to take on bigger, more complex challenges and continue shaping the infrastructure that keeps Australia moving.
At Bowhill Engineering, we don’t just build structures—we build Australia’s future.
