Dawsons Engineering
    (27 reviews)

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    Company overview

    Industry

    Engineering & Project Management Services

    Primary location

    Australia
    The Dawsons Group of Companies is one of Queensland’s largest privately owned industrial services operations; employing up to four hundred base staff per year. This number can increase to up to one thousand staff depending on project numbers.With networks and remote sites across the country, the Groups office and workshops are based in Cairns, Townsville and Charters Towers – close to North Queensland mines and industrial growth zones.

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    at Dawsons Engineering
    Townsville, Northern QLD
    If you’re a dependable fitter who takes pride in your work and wants a long-term role with a reputable operation, we want to hear from you.
    If you’re a dependable fitter who takes pride in your work and wants a long-term role with a reputable operation, we want to hear from you.
    classification: Trades & ServicesTrades & Services
    3h ago
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    Reviews overview

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    What’s it like working at Dawsons Engineering?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    Dawsons Engineering stands out for its supportive work environment with friendly management and staff who prioritise employee wellbeing. The company offers diverse work opportunities across various sites and industries, including both local and FIFO positions. Employees particularly value the consistent work availability, reliable payment schedules, and good work-life balance with flexible rosters.

    Common challenges include receiving short notice for work assignments and the personal adjustments required for FIFO lifestyle in remote locations. Some employees note that work availability can fluctuate depending on client demands and budgets, though this appears to be an industry-wide challenge rather than company-specific.

    Recent reviews

    5.0
    Shutdown Supervisor
    Nov 2025
    Cairns QLD 4870Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    Ongoing work, great rates and an amazing team.
    The good thingsWorking with a team dedicated to the safety and wellbeing of their employees. Plenty of oppourtunity for a work/life ballance
    The challengesSort notice for some jobs but you never feel any pressure to commit.
    5.0
    Tradesperson
    Nov 2025
    Ingham QLD 48504 to 5 years in the role, former employee
    Consistent work with good crews, any bad eggs moved on quickly with focus on quality over quantity.
    The good thingsThe labour hire team in Cairns kept me busy, treated me with respect and always made me feel part of the Dawsons crew.
    The challengesShort notice but always felt great to step up and help the team when they needed me
    5.0
    Trade Assistant
    Nov 2025
    Cairns QLD 4870Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    Dawsons is reputable company that provides quality training and multiple employment opportunities.
    The good thingsThe company provides a wide variety of employment opportunities both locally and FIFO. The office staff are energetic, approachable and easy to talk to.
    The challengesThere are challenges that arise when organising multiple personnel but they are contactable when there are concerns and it is quickly resolved.
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