Shape, assemble and join metal to build and repair vital structures.
As a boilermaker, you cut, shape, assemble and weld steel to construct and repair boilers, ships, iron and steel structures, and other vessels. You test completed boilers, perform routine maintenance, and often upgrade systems to meet environmental standards and improve efficiency. Your responsibilities include analysing blueprints, installing boilers, evaluating system performance and carrying out repairs.
As a welder, your primary duty is to join metal parts together, often working on pipelines, bridges, power plants, buildings, refineries, automobiles or ships. You may also repair holes in metal objects. With more than 100 welding processes available, you most often use arc welding. Your tasks include generating heat with electricity, following strict safety procedures, inspecting materials and preventing overheating during welding.

For further information:
Manufacturing Skills Australia
Ph: (02) 9955 5500
Email: info@mskills.org.au
Website: www.mskills.org.au

Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (SA)
Ph: 1300 732 698
Email: amwu@amwu.org.au
Website: www.amwu.org.au/sa

TAFE SA offers courses relevant to this occupation including the Certificate III in Engineering –Fabrication Trade. Pathways include Certificate II in Engineering Pathways.

Still unsure? Then try a short course also offered through TAFE SA. Check the website for the full list of short courses.

SA Apprenticeships are available in this occupation for further information go to the Traineeship & Apprenticeship Services Website at http://www.skills.sa.gov.au/apprenticeships-traineeships or phone the Freecall number 1800 673 097.