Recar Townsville is a renowned brand in the heavy vehicle smash repair industry and is a division under AMA Group - Heavy Motors. With a prominent establishment in the automotive industry and a loyal customer base, Recar is known as the go to for everything from minor mechanical repairs to complete hand-finished re-builds and heavy towing and salvage, we do the lot!

Recar has a strong reputation for excellence and innovation and is dedicated to providing top-notch services and solutions for heavy motor vehicles. Our facility is a bustling hub of activity, with experienced panel beaters, mechanics, body builders, fabricators, spray painters, chassis aligners and electricians working together as a cohesive team. The atmosphere is one of camaraderie and collaboration, where everyone's skills and expertise are valued and appreciated.

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for Apprentice Boiler Maker to join the team at Recar Townsville.

You will learn the craft of fabricating, repairing, and maintaining metal structures and equipment, including truck trailers, trucks, buses, and other heavy-duty vehicles.

Your primary responsibilities will include welding, cutting, grinding, and shaping metal parts, interpreting technical drawings and specifications, and following safety procedures and guidelines. You will work closely with other members of the repair team to ensure that all work is completed on time and to a high standard.

Role responsibilities

As an Apprentice Boiler Maker at Recar Townsville, you will learn to:

• Assist in welding, cutting, grinding, and shaping of metal parts.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to the supervisor.
• Reassemble vehicle
• Carry out minor and small repairs as required
• Join metal sections and structures together using welding, bolting or riveting methods
• Complete products by washing, cleaning, chiselling, grinding and filing
• Notate broken parts/extra repairs and submit to Estimator when required
• Ensure authorised before proceeding with additional work
• Double check new parts are correct and not damaged

You will be required to:

• Follow all safety policies and procedures, ensuring appropriate PPE is worn at all times
• Handle all company tools and equipment with due care and attention ensuring they remain safe, clean and in a workable condition
• Complete all course theory work by the due date as required

Does this sound like you?

• Genuine interest in the Automotive industry
• Good attitude and willing to learn
• Reliable and good attention to detail 
• Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

We know that sometimes people need non-standard work hours, and would be happy to discuss the options available in this role, or similar roles across our business. 

Benefits

• Reward & recognition
• Career development and training
• Referral bonus for recommending a friend to work with us
• Uniforms
•  24/7 professional counselling for Team members and their immediate families

We champion our Team, because it’s our people that set us apart and drive our business' success. We focus on individual strengths and value differences to bring the best out of people, enhancing their skills and capabilities to build fulfilling careers.

AMA Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to finding the best fit for every role. All qualified applications will be considered regardless of gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation.

No matter who you are, if you have the drive and talent to progress, when you’re part of our Team, you’re going places - APPLY NOW.