Trade Assistant

Chandler Macleod ·www.chandlermacleod.com

Location Osborne, South Australia, Australia
Salary AUD 47 - 48 / hour
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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Chandler Macleod is currently seeking experienced Trade Assistants for a casual assignment supporting a major defence project based in Osborne working within maintenance and cleaning. This role offers long-term, consistent work within a high-security industrial environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in defence, heavy industrial, mining, or manufacturing settings and be confident supporting trades and working in demanding conditions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assisting trades personnel with maintenance and operational tasks
  • Supporting workshop and production activities
  • High-pressure cleaning and preparation of work areas
  • Cleaning machinery, equipment, and tools
  • Material handling and general labouring duties
  • Waste removal and housekeeping
  • Working in confined spaces as required
  • Following strict safety, environmental, and quality procedures

Key Requirements
  • Australian Citizen
  • Current driver’s licence and reliable transport
  • Previous experience as a Trade Assistant or in a heavy industrial environment
  • Forklift High Risk Work Licence (HRWL)
  • Verification of Competency for Forklift (within 6 months)
  • Confined Space Ticket (within 2 years)
  • Current National Police Check (within 3 months)
  • Hepatitis A & B vaccinations
  • White Card

Skills & Attributes
  • Strong ability to follow procedures and work to strict standards
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Reliable, adaptable, and safety-focused
  • Physically fit and capable of manual handling tasks
  • Willingness to work day/afternoon shifts and overtime as required

What’s on Offer
  • Competitive hourly rates
  • Consistent roster (day and afternoon shifts)
  • Free on-site parking
  • Long-term opportunity within the defence industry
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.

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Who is hiring for the Trade Assistant role?
Chandler Macleod is hiring for the Trade Assistant position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Trade Assistant job located?
The Trade Assistant role with Chandler Macleod is based in Osborne, SA, AU.
What does the Trade Assistant role pay?
Chandler Macleod lists the Trade Assistant role at AUD 47–48 per hour.
Is the Trade Assistant role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Chandler Macleod.
What experience level is the Trade Assistant role?
The Trade Assistant position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Trade Assistant role at Chandler Macleod?
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