Special Class Welder (Shutdown Circuit) | Port Hedland | Casual FIFO
DownerAbout the Role
Downer's Energy and Utilities business is looking for Special Class Welders for a shutdown in Port Hedland, Western Australia. The work is FIFO from Perth on 12 hour day and night shifts, and the role is casual and ongoing as part of Downer's shutdown circuit team, with more shutdowns and maintenance work to follow across remote and regional WA. Applications close on 29 October 2026.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out welding as part of routine inspections, maintenance and repairs during the shutdown
- Work on dust and diesel systems, chutes and liners, and conveyor rollers
- Follow site safety systems and permits in a shutdown environment
- Work with the wider shutdown crew to finish the scope on time
About You
- A trade certificate
- A construction induction (white card)
- Gas test atmospheres, working at heights and confined space tickets within the last five years
- A fire certificate within the last five years
- Able to pass a 3G/4G weld test
- Previous FIFO boilermaker experience; an MSIC is highly desirable
What's on Offer
- FIFO from Perth to Port Hedland
- 12 hour shifts on days and nights, with a 15% night shift allowance
- Casual ongoing work on Downer's shutdown circuit
- A chance to be considered for ongoing project work
About Downer
Downer is an Australian and New Zealand services company. Its Energy and Utilities team designs, builds, operates and maintains critical assets across water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation.
Apply directly on Downer's careers site using the apply link on this listing.