Mergent Group is currently seeking experienced Boilermakers, Mechanical Fitters & Trade assistants for an upcoming shutdown at Olympic Dam, South Australia. This is a short-term FIFO opportunity working on fixed plant maintenance, with flights, camp accommodation and meals provided.

If you're a competent tradesperson who takes pride in producing quality work and enjoys shutdown environments, we'd like to hear from you.

What's on Offer:

• Mobilisation: 8th of November
• Demobilisation: 15th of November
• 12-hour shifts
• FIFO from any Australian capital city (TA's Ex-Adelaide only) 
• Camp accommodation and meals provided
• $400 paid SEU training
• Experienced supervisors on site

Pay Rates

Boilermakers & Fitters:

• Day Shift: $67.50/hr
• Night Shift: $77.50/hr

Trade Assistants:

• Day Shift: $55.00/hr
• Night Shift: $65.00/hr

About the Role

You will be carrying out planned shutdown maintenance on fixed plant air pollution control equipment. Work will involve both external plant maintenance and confined space activities.

Boilermakers

• Shutdown maintenance on fixed plant equipment
• MIG welding using flux-cored wire (Verticor 3XP)
• Stick welding using low hydrogen electrodes
• Oxy-acetylene cutting and gouging
• Fabrication, repairs and maintenance of plant equipment

Mechanical Fitters

• Fixed plant inspections and maintenance
• Chain tensioning
• Replacing gland packing
• Removing and reinstalling covers and components
• General shutdown mechanical maintenance

About You

This is standard shutdown maintenance work rather than highly specialised work; however, we're looking for tradespeople who:

• Are competent and confident in their trade
• Can work safely with minimal supervision
• Take pride in producing quality workmanship
• Are physically fit and comfortable working at heights
• Work well as part of a team in a shutdown environment

Requirements

To be considered, you must have:

• White Card
• Relevant Trade Qualification
• Current Confined Space ticket (issued within the last 4 years)
• Ability to work on elevated fixed plant
• Clean shaven for site access requirements
• Ability to comply with site drug and alcohol policies, including pre-employment screening

Interested? Apply now!

Mergent Group is currently seeking experienced Boilermakers, Mechanical Fitters & Trade assistants for an upcoming shutdown at Olympic Dam, South Australia. This is a short-term FIFO opportunity working on fixed plant maintenance, with flights, camp accommodation and meals provided.

If you're a competent tradesperson who takes pride in producing quality work and enjoys shutdown environments, we'd like to hear from you.

What's on Offer:

• Mobilisation: 8^th of November
• Demobilisation: 15^th of November
• 12-hour shifts
• FIFO from any Australian capital city (TA's Ex-Adelaide only) 
• Camp accommodation and meals provided
• $400 paid SEU training
• Experienced supervisors on site

Pay Rates

Boilermakers & Fitters:

• Day Shift: $67.50/hr
• Night Shift: $77.50/hr

Trade Assistants:

• Day Shift: $55.00/hr
• Night Shift: $65.00/hr

About the Role

You will be carrying out planned shutdown maintenance on fixed plant air pollution control equipment. Work will involve both external plant maintenance and confined space activities.

Boilermakers

• Shutdown maintenance on fixed plant equipment
• MIG welding using flux-cored wire (Verticor 3XP)
• Stick welding using low hydrogen electrodes
• Oxy-acetylene cutting and gouging
• Fabrication, repairs and maintenance of plant equipment

Mechanical Fitters

• Fixed plant inspections and maintenance
• Chain tensioning
• Replacing gland packing
• Removing and reinstalling covers and components
• General shutdown mechanical maintenance

About You

This is standard shutdown maintenance work rather than highly specialised work; however, we're looking for tradespeople who:

• Are competent and confident in their trade
• Can work safely with minimal supervision
• Take pride in producing quality workmanship
• Are physically fit and comfortable working at heights
• Work well as part of a team in a shutdown environment

Requirements

To be considered, you must have:

• White Card
• Relevant Trade Qualification
• Current Confined Space ticket (issued within the last 4 years)
• Ability to work on elevated fixed plant
• Clean shaven for site access requirements
• Ability to comply with site drug and alcohol policies, including pre-employment screening

Interested? Apply now!

Data Communications Technicians – Expressions of interest

Mergent Group are seeking experienced Data Communications Technicians to join exciting upcoming major projects in Roxby Downs. These projects are expected to run for approximately 6 months, through to February.

The successful candidates will be confident working both independently and as part of a team, with a strong focus on safety, quality and delivering project outcomes.

Scope of Works include:

• Fibre works
• Network installation
• Security systems
• Data communications
• CCTV cameras

What You Need:

• Cabling Licence
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and instant D&A
• Security Licence
• National Police Check 
• Coaxial Cabling Licence
• White Card
• Full working rights in Australia 
• Certificate III In Data communications

About the Role:

• FIFO from Adelaide
• 2/1 roster
• Day shift
• 12-hour days
• Camp accommodation and meals provided
• PPE provided

Candidates will be asked several technical questions during the initial screening process to assess their suitability for the role.

Have questions about the role? Call Grace on 0483946251
 
Mergent Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and inclusion and recognise that, collectively, we are stronger.

Mergent Group are seeking two UAV / Assistant Drivers to join the team on a casual project basis, from now until the end of September, as required.

We have one position available in Launceston/Devonport and one in Hobart.

We currently have a project underway involving the inspection of a large volume of distribution poles using drones. We are looking for reliable individuals who can drive the project vehicle, navigate between locations and provide general support to the UAV pilot during field operations.

About the Role

• Drive the project vehicle between distribution poles and work locations
• Navigate efficiently between sites using GPS and mapping systems
• Support the UAV pilot with day-to-day drone operations
• Act as an additional observer/spotter during UAV operations
• Assist with equipment handling, setup and pack-down
• Provide general field support as required
• Maintain a strong focus on safety and compliance while working in the field

About You

• Full, unrestricted Australian driver’s licence – essential
• Good navigation and communication skills
• Reliable, punctual and safety-focused
• Comfortable working outdoors and travelling between multiple locations
• Able to work independently while also supporting the wider team
• Previous experience with UAV/drone operations is advantageous but not essential

Have questions about the role? Call Grace on 0483946251
 
Mergent Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and inclusion and recognise that, collectively, we are stronger.

Mechanical Trades — Australian Major Projects

We’re building a team of skilled Mechanical Tradespeople to support the construction, installation, commissioning and delivery of some of Australia’s largest infrastructure projects.

We’re looking to connect with Mechanical Fitters, Boilermakers, Fitters & Turners and other skilled mechanical trades interested in becoming part of a major projects workforce delivering complex, high-profile developments around Australia.

Whether you bring years of major project experience or you’re looking for an opportunity to take your trade into the major infrastructure sector, we want to hear from you.

Why Join Our Major Projects Team?

• Work on some of Australia’s largest infrastructure projects
• Opportunities across construction, installation, commissioning and project delivery
• Join established mechanical teams delivering nationally significant work
• Work with leading contractors, operators and project partners
• Opportunities across multiple locations and project stages
• Ongoing access to future major project opportunities
• Support from a recruitment team focused on matching your skills and experience with the right projects

Who We’re Looking For

We’re interested in hearing from Mechanical Tradespeople of all levels of experience, including:

• Mechanical Fitters
• Boilermakers
• Fitters & Turners
• Maintenance Fitters
• Mechanical Technicians
• Other related mechanical trades

Experience across construction, infrastructure, resources, manufacturing, heavy industry, maintenance, shutdowns and commissioning environments may be highly regarded.

Requirements will vary depending on the project and position, but relevant trade qualifications, licences, tickets and demonstrated industry experience may be required.

Build Your Major Projects Career

Joining our team is about more than securing your next role. It’s an opportunity to build experience across major projects, work alongside experienced trades and project teams, and position yourself for future opportunities as new projects mobilise across Australia.

If you have the mechanical trade skills and mindset to contribute to major project delivery, we’d like to hear from you.

Register your interest today and become part of the mechanical workforce helping construct some of Australia’s largest infrastructure projects.

E&I Technicians / Construction Electricians | FIFO | Multiple Roles Available

FIFO from Any Capital City | 2:1 Roster | Day Shift Only | Ongoing Work to Early 2027

Mergent Group is currently seeking experienced E&I Technicians and Construction Electricians for multiple FIFO roles at Olympic Dam, South Australia.

These are stable, long-term opportunities supporting a major mining operation, with project work expected through to Early 2027. The roles are suited to experienced electrical and instrumentation tradespeople who take pride in safe, quality work and want consistent FIFO project work with strong earning potential.

What’s on offer

• $65.44 per hour base casual rate + penalty rates
• 2:1 FIFO roster
• Day shift only
• Ongoing project work expected through to Early 2027
• Flights provided to and from any capital city
• Accommodation and meals provided on site
• Immediate starts available
• Multiple positions available across ongoing project and maintenance works

About the role

You will be joining dedicated teams supporting ongoing Electrical and Instrumentation works across site.

Duties may include:

• Electrical installation and maintenance works
• Cable tray, conduit, cable supports and cabling
• Terminations and equipment connections
• Instrumentation installation and support
• Testing, fault finding and commissioning activities
• Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and specifications
• Supporting construction, maintenance and project execution works
• Working safely in accordance with site procedures and Australian Standards
• Maintaining a high standard of workmanship and housekeeping

These roles are ideal for experienced E&I professionals looking for ongoing FIFO work on a major mining operation, with day shifts only and a strong project pipeline.

What you’ll need

• Previous experience as an E&I Technician, Construction Electrician or Industrial Electrician
• Mining, construction, commissioning, heavy industrial or resources experience
• Current SA Electrical Workers Licence, or willingness to obtain mutual recognition
• Certificate III or IV in Instrumentation, highly regarded
• Current CPR/LVR, completed within the last 12 months
• White Card
• Australian Driver’s Licence
• National Police Clearance within 6 months, or willingness to obtain
• Ability to pass a full pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screen
• Working at Heights, desirable
• EWP, desirable

Why Mergent?

Mergent is a privately owned Australian recruitment and labour hire business supporting mining, infrastructure, engineering and technical projects.

We move quickly, stay close to the detail and take pride in doing excellent work under pressure.

We are not flashy. We are honest, hard working and serious about doing excellent work.

If you are reliable, safety-focused and looking for stable FIFO project work, we would like to hear from you.

Apply

Apply now with your current resume.

Not sure if this is the right fit? Contact Mergent Group for a confidential discussion about this role or similar upcoming opportunities.

Know someone suitable? Refer them to Mergent Group. If we place them, you may be eligible for a referral reward. Terms and conditions apply.

FIFO Electricians | Olympic Dam | Immediate Start | Earn Up to $8,000 Gross Per Week*

Mergent Group is partnering with a leading Tier 1 national electrical contractor to recruit experienced Electricians for an upcoming shutdown project at Olympic Dam Mine Site, South Australia.

With 12-hour shifts, day and night work available, and excellent overtime opportunities, successful candidates have the potential to earn up to $8,000 gross per week* while working with one of Australia's leading electrical and instrumentation contractors.

If you're looking for an immediate start, excellent earning potential, and future shutdown opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

• Immediate start
• FIFO from anywhere in Australia
• 2-4 week shutdown project
• 3:1 roster
• 12-hour day and night shifts
• Camp accommodation provided
• PPE supplied
• Weekly pay
• Ongoing shutdown and project opportunities for high performers
• Multiple positions available

Key Responsibilities

• Perform electrical installation, maintenance and shutdown works
• Read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications
• Conduct testing and fault finding where required
• Work safely in accordance with site procedures and industry standards
• Deliver quality work within project timeframes

About You

You will hold:

• Current Australian Electrical Licence
• CPR & LVR
• EWPA Ticket
• White Card
• Working at Heights
• Full Australian working rights

Highly regarded:

• Previous mine site or shutdown experience
• Olympic Dam experience

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical, including drug & alcohol screening
• Current National Police Clearance

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Electrician ready to hit the ground running, click Apply Now and submit your CV today.

For a confidential discussion about this role or other opportunities, contact Grace on 0483 946 251.

About Mergent Group

Mergent Group is a nationally recognised recruitment and workforce solutions provider, connecting skilled professionals with leading organisations across the mining, construction, manufacturing, engineering and infrastructure sectors.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and inclusion, recognising that our strength comes from working together.

*Maximum weekly earnings of up to $8,000 gross are based on rostered hours, applicable overtime, shift penalties and site allowances. Actual earnings will vary depending on roster, hours worked and applicable allowances.