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SHUTDOWN TRADES | ELECTRICIANS, BOILERMAKERS, FITTERS & RIGGERS


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SHUTDOWN TRADES | ELECTRICIANS, BOILERMAKERS, FITTERS & RIGGERS

📍 BOWEN BASIN, QLD

DIDO OPPORTUNITIES

Back-to-Back Shutdown Opportunities | Commencing January 2027

Richglen Maintenance Services is preparing for a busy year of shutdown work in 2027, with upcoming opportunities for experienced Electricians, Boilermakers, Fitters and Riggers across the Bowen Basin resource industry.

With potential back-to-back shutdowns commencing in early January, this is an opportunity to join our team, work across multiple projects and build ongoing employment opportunities throughout the year.

UPCOMING SHUTDOWN OPPORTUNITIES

  • Shutdown 1: January – April 2027

  • Shutdown 2: May – June 2027

  • Shutdown 3: August – September 2027

Additional shutdown opportunities may also become available throughout the year.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

  • Electricians

  • Boilermakers

  • Mechanical Fitters

  • Riggers

We are looking for experienced tradespeople with a strong work ethic, a commitment to safety and the ability to work effectively within a shutdown environment.

TICKETS & REQUIREMENTS

Candidates must hold (or be willing to obtain):

  • Standard 11

  • Coal Board Medical

  • Relevant Trade Qualification (where applicable)

  • Working at Heights

  • Confined Space

  • Gas Test Atmospheres

  • Relevant licences and competencies for your trade

Boilermakers: Air-fed welding helmets are required. A Glencore L2 Weld Test or ISO 9606 qualification is advantageous.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

  • Top industry rates + penalties

  • Attractive market uplift $$$

  • Travel Allowance

  • Meals & accommodation provided

  • Ongoing shutdown opportunities

  • Consistent work with an established shutdown team

  • Supportive and experienced leadership team

  • Industry-leading safety culture

  • Career progression opportunities

  • Employee Assistance Program – for you and your family

  • Employee Referral Program – earn extra cash

ABOUT RICHGLEN

Richglen Maintenance Services is a Central Queensland resource industry contractor delivering safe, efficient and cost-effective maintenance solutions across draglines, shovels, coal handling and preparation plants, conveyors and associated infrastructure.

Since 2014, we have built our reputation on quality workmanship, strong client relationships and a commitment to our people.

READY TO JOIN THE RICHGLEN TEAM?

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