McMahon Services is one of Australia's largest privately owned construction, industrial and environmental services organisations, employing over 1,300 people across Australia.
Our Yard Operations team plays a vital role in supporting projects nationwide by maintaining and fabricating equipment that keeps our operations moving. We invest in our people, offering long-term careers, ongoing training and opportunities to work on a wide variety of specialised equipment.
About the Role
We're seeking an experienced Fabricator/Welder to join our South Australian maintenance team based at our Head Office in Dry Creek.
Working within our modern workshop, you'll be responsible for the fabrication, maintenance, modification and repair of our extensive fleet of mobile plant, heavy equipment and specialised assets. No two days are the same, with opportunities to work across structural fabrication, heavy equipment repairs and marine fabrication projects.
If you enjoy practical problem-solving, take pride in your workmanship and are looking for a secure role with plenty of variety, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do
- Perform fabrication, welding, repairs and modifications to mobile and fixed plant equipment.
- Manufacture and install structural steel components.
- Complete maintenance and upgrades on heavy machinery and specialised equipment.
- Assist with custom equipment builds and improvement projects.
- Carry out marine fabrication and repair work where required.
- Read and interpret workshop drawings and fabrication plans.
- Maintain a safe, organised and efficient workshop environment.
- Work collaboratively with the wider maintenance team to deliver high-quality outcomes.
What You'll Bring
- Trade qualification in Fabrication, Engineering (Fabrication Trade) or Boilermaking.
- Demonstrated experience in heavy fabrication and welding.
- Strong MIG welding experience (TIG and Stick welding advantageous).
- Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings.
- Current Driver's Licence.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality workmanship.
- Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing.
What Will Set You Apart
- Experience working on heavy mobile plant or construction equipment.
- Experience with marine fabrication or specialised equipment.
- Forklift, Dogging, Rigging or Elevated Work Platform licences.
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to fabricate from first principles.
Why Join McMahon Services?
- Stable, full-time employment with a respected national contractor.
- Work on one of South Australia's most diverse fleets of heavy plant and specialised equipment.
- Modern workshop based at our National Head Office.
- Access to our MAC Learning Academy and ongoing professional development.
- Employee recognition, discounts and wellbeing initiatives.
- Collaborative, supportive and safety-first culture.
- Genuine long-term career opportunities.
Ready for Your Next Challenge?
If you're looking for a hands-on role where no two days are the same and your skills will make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and join McMahon Services.
No recruitment agencies please.
At McMahon Services, we embrace diversity and inclusion as fundamental values. We believe that a diverse workforce fosters innovation, creativity and a deeper understanding of the communities we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences.
