Trades Assistant - Fabrication

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About Our Client:
 
Our client is a global leader in equipment, technology and services for the mining and aggregates industries. Based in Forrestfield, their busy manufacturing workshop is seeking experienced tradespeople and operators to join a safety-focused and supportive team.
 
About the Roles/s:
 
We are seeking an experienced Trades Assistant to join our client's fabrication team. This hands-on role will support qualified tradespeople with the fabrication, assembly and repair of mining equipment and components.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Assist Boilermakers and Fabricators with workshop tasks.
• Prepare materials and components for fabrication and assembly.
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Assist with grinding, cutting, drilling and general metal preparation.
• Move materials and equipment around the workshop.
• Complete basic assembly and component-cleaning tasks.
• Maintain a clean, organised and hazard-free work area.
• Follow all safety procedures, work instructions and quality standards.
• Perform general workshop and housekeeping duties as required.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Previous experience as a Trades Assistant in a fabrication, engineering or heavy industrial workshop.
• Experience using hand and power tools, including grinders and drills.
• Understanding of workshop safety procedures and safe work practices.
• Construction White Card.
• Current Australian driver's licence and reliable transport.
• Forklift licence is highly regarded.
• Overhead crane, dogging or rigging tickets are advantageous.
• Ability to complete physically demanding and manual tasks.
• Strong reliability, attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screen.

What's in it for you?

• Immediate start
• Weekly Pay
• Opportunities to advance your career
• Casual to Permanent opportunities
• Exclusive access to our benefits platform that offers savings at over 60 major Australian Retailers across the country

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