We're Looking for an A-Grade Production Manager to Help Build Big Things – and Bigger Teams
We don't just build bridges — we build serious steel, strong communities, and great people.
And right now, we're looking for a high-performing Production Manager ready to level up and lead.
This isn't just another workshop job.
This is your chance to take a senior hands-on role, train the next generation, and be part of something big — like 6,600 tonnes of steel big. That's what we're delivering for South Australia's Torrens to Darlington (T2DA) Tunnel Project.
We've just installed a 100-tonne crane, we're bringing in robotic welding systems, and we're hiring people who want to be part of the future.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
10+ years of metal fabrication experience – and proud of the work you deliver
Experience in managing and leading teams.
The drive to lead by example and help others get better.
The mindset to solve problems, lift quality, and get things done, together.
A hands-on attitude – we don't have office-based supervisors in the mix here.
WHAT YOU'LL GET
Rewarding Wage Rates
Travel Wage Boost Allowance* or Relocation Incentive if you're ready for a fresh start in regional SA*
A secure, long-term career with leadership growth built-in.
Opportunity to mentor and train your team while still staying on the tools.
A tight-knit culture where your voice matters, and you make a real impact.
Free relocation support if you're ready for a fresh start in regional SA*
Why Bowhill Engineering?
We're smart, future-focused, and culture-obsessed.
We deliver complex infrastructure (like T2DA) and we invest in our people — always.
Together We Thrive isn't just our slogan — it's our way of life.
Is this your next move?
Let's chat – call our HR Manager, Sam on or apply now.
Location: Bowhill, South Australia
*conditions apply
Job Description
Requirements for success within the role
In a competitive recruitment climate, Bowhill Engineering is known as the employer of choice in the Murraylands and is not afraid to shout out the benefits of joining the Bowhill Engineering team – why because we love where we work
We offer exciting opportunities for metal fabricators, welders, and boilermaker welders to join our team with a full work schedule of structural steel engineering projects planned.
– together we thrive
Why Choose Bowhill Engineering?
Bowhill Engineering continues to be proudly family-run and continues to provide the same commitment to its clients, who have expanded into industries including mining, water, defence, and commercial building, turning it from a local SA success story into an Australia-wide industry benchmark.
As established structural steel fabricators, we operate an impressive modern metal workshop facility in Bowhill and have worked on some of Australia's most notable and complex structural steel projects – but still consider our services to the local community as our most important work.
We're committed to developing the next generation through our boilermaker apprenticeship and metal fabrication apprenticeship programmes.
We are committed to our teams' growth with team members averaging 5+ years of tenure. We have worked with over 40 apprentices & trainees who have completed their certificates and are now fully qualified.
– together we thrive
Employee Assistance Programme
$100 employee health assistance annually +
EAP (Employee Assistance Program) – free confidential consultations for yourself and your family via Access Programs (Value $495)
Culturise – Being Well at Bowhill staff program – quarterly personal & team development-based program
Start & Relocation incentives
Relocation Incentive
OR
Bowhill Accommodation Assistance
(up to 6 months, 3 brm house available, accommodation shared as required) Talk to us about your relocation requirements OR
Drive in/Drive Out
New Employee Kick-start $**** Fuel Bonus (=$100/fn) Tvl>100km radius
* conditions apply, as per personal requirements, subject to position applied for.
Reward & Recognition
An employer of choice in our local region, wages are competitive, and performance based
Wage Reviews against industry benchmarks, and paid at above award rate, CPI & Bonus reviews 6 monthly
Honour Roll – Years of Service recognition
Wage Boost Incentives –
$1kRecruitment incentives available to existing staff for recruitment of Metal Fabricators and Welders
Social
BEERS
– Bowhill Engineering Employees Recreational Social Club, regular in house and external events, charity fundraising, Team lunch and Boweng brekky events
Celebration Hour
– monthly, early finish, recognition event of all the "good stuff" team and & personal
Career and training opportunities
Career Advancement Opportunities
– Workforce development plans
including pathways from welder to senior fabricator roles
Individual Growth & Development Opportunities
– Individual Training Plans, Individual goals, P&E training, company role appreciation
Leadership Growth
– leadership development group, growing our next generation of leaders
Opportunities to progress into specialised structural steel engineering roles
Workplace Facilities
4x workshop facilities including our new state-of-the-art metal workshop,
we are extremely lucky to have room to move and grow and provide a safe workplace, with great plant & equipment to work with.
Outdoor balcony dining area
Fully equipped Lunchroom with eight-ball tables
Who are we?
Well, to summarise, we are a bit of a "BCF" kind of crowd really, we are country people that love to get outdoors and be active, spend time with our families, participate in local sporting groups and generally have a good time. Boating, camping, fishing, 4WDing, cars, bikes, river recreation.... We love it
Company culture
There is no better feeling than enjoying where you work, working with mates and working together to achieve the big picture? We are super proud of who we work for, the projects that we achieve and the team that we have Our retention rate is over 5+ years, testament to the work that we put into our team in an ever-changing and competitive industry.
BEERS Social Club
A great, fun way to get to know the team Whether it is tea at a local pub, go karting, horse racing, celebrating special events, these events are always fun and are held quarterly. Membership is great value at only $5 per fortnight and we love all of our team to be members.
Aside from social club activities, we hold a number of in-house events, including Celebration Hour once a month, where we stop early and celebrate all the good stuff happening with drinks and nibbles as a team We also have welcome lunches for new staff and morning teas to celebrate important events or dates such as Movember, Sids for Kids and more.
"Great place to work, they have supported, encouraged and met my work life balance requirements for my family for 10+ years, I enjoy the family team atmosphere"
SK
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"Family friendly atmosphere where collaboration and team-work are both encouraged and rewarding to all clients and employees"
Anon
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"They really care and try hard to make it a great place to work. I feel my input is valued."
Anon
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"It's more than just a business, its a family."
JW
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"I enjoy working at Bowhill Engineering because of the good work life balance and the wicked blokes that I work with."
DG
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"I really enjoy the variety of projects we get to work on. as well as the level of support I receive from all my peers."
RC
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"The staff and beyond that make up the Boweng family are encouraging and supportive, not just to achieve work goals, but outside of work as well. I'm proud to be a part of it."
EK
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"My experience at Boweng has been positive. The team is very professional, with a great team work culture and being welcomed into the team very quickly."
TH
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"I like working with my mates and other good people."
JR
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"I love working at Boweng because its such a positive team environment and everyone is always willing to helo you and set you up for success."
CG
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Murraylands SA – 30 mins Mannum, 40 mins Murray Bridge, 1.50 hrs from Adelaide
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