Mechanical Fitter Blast Furnace 5 Shutdown 3-4 March 2026 in Wollongong

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Location
Wollongong, New South Wales
Job category
Construction, Trades & Mining
Job type
contract
Salary
AU$ 47.18 - AU$ 68.00 per hour, overtime, travel allowance*
Reference number
90M0687386_1769581687
Contact
Chantal Marais, Skout Solutions
Phone
0417 719 542
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Job description

HOOOORAH! THE FINAL BLAST FURNACE 5 SHUTDOWN!

LAST BF5 shutdown - don't just hear the story, be in the story.

Mechanical Fitters Wanted | Port Kembla Steelworks | 3-4 March 2026

This is it.
The last dance. The final chapter. The ultimate send‑off for BlueScope's legendary Blast Furnace 5.
And Ventia is assembling a shutdown crew worthy of this historic moment.

If you've ever wanted to say "I was there when BF5 shut down for the last time" - this is your chance to be part of Port Kembla steelmaking history.

Suit up. Step up. Let's finish BF5 with a HOOORAH it deserves.

What's in it for you?

  • 12‑hour day & night shifts - pick your power mode
  • Travel allowance - for eligible team members
  • A legendary crew culture - you'll be working with operators who have your back
  • Ongoing opportunities - shutdowns & long‑term roles across the Steelworks

What You'll Need

  • Cert III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade
    (Experienced & Qualified Mechanics also considered)
  • Working at Heights & Confined Space tickets (preferred)
  • Shutdown experience
  • Safety-first mindset - because every legend goes home safe
  • Online induction ready - hit the ground running

Why This Shutdown Matters

BF5 has been a backbone of Port Kembla's steel story for decades.
This final shutdown is more than a job - it's a moment etched into the site's history.
Join the crew that signs off BF5 with pride, precision, and a whole lot of steelmaking spirit.

Apply now or email me directly on chantal.marais@ventia.com

Skills

Mechanical Fitter, Mechanic

benefits

overtime, travel allowance*

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