Fabrication, lifting & SMP · Skilled
Mining Scaffolder
Erects, alters and dismantles temporary access structures within the relevant high-risk work licence class and design controls.
Indicative 2026 pay$100k–$165kAnnual gross, generally before super
Common roster contextCommonly 2/1 or campaign work, with 12-hour day and night shifts on outages.
Work environmentsProcessing plants · Shutdowns · Construction · Underground and marine facilities
Role at a glance
What this role actually does.
Erects, alters and dismantles temporary access structures within the relevant high-risk work licence class and design controls. The precise scope changes with the employer, asset, jurisdiction and written authorities.
The work
Core duties
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Interpret scaffold requirements
- 02
Inspect components and foundations
- 03
Erect and alter within licence scope
- 04
Install edge protection and access
- 05
Support inspection and handover
- 06
Dismantle and segregate components
The assets
Equipment and systems
- 01
Tube and coupler systems
- 02
Modular scaffolds
- 03
Platforms and ladders
- 04
Edge protection
- 05
Gin wheels and hoists
- 06
Scaffold tags and inspection records
Before mobilisation
Typical foundations
- 01
Correct Basic, Intermediate or Advanced scaffolding HRW licence
- 02
Practical competence for scaffold type
- 03
Working-at-heights and site controls
- 04
Design and engineering inputs where the scaffold requires them
Prove capability
Evidence employers can verify
- 01
Licence class and scaffold type
- 02
Duty, environment and design basis
- 03
Inspection and handover controls
- 04
Alterations personally completed
Entry pathway
A credible way into the role.
- 01
Enter through an approved HRW training and supervised experience pathway
- 02
Build industrial scaffold exposure
- 03
Maintain clear handover and inspection discipline
- 04
Progress licence class with genuine scope
Earning context
What tends to move pay
- 01
Licence class
- 02
Shutdown or project demand
- 03
Height and access complexity
- 04
Night shift and overtime
Before accepting
Questions to ask about the offer
- 01
Is the quoted figure base salary, total cash or a package including super?
- 02
Which roster, shift length and point of hire does the offer assume?
- 03
How are overtime, nights, public holidays, allowances, bonus and travel treated?
Progression
Possible next moves.
Progression depends on demonstrated competence, vacancies, performance, qualifications and any appointment requirements. It is not automatic.
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Editorial note
Salary bands are broad 2026 Australian mining market guides, not promised rates. Role requirements summarise common practice and do not replace legislation, regulator guidance, an employment agreement, site procedures or a written appointment. Last reviewed 17 September 2026.