Trades assistant / labourer

Ready to build the future? Imagine being part of the team helping build the backbone of Australia's AI revolution. At Benmax, we've been trusted for almost 40 years to deliver exceptional mechanical services, and now we're gearing up for some of the most exciting projects in the country.

We have multiple opportunities available across both our Hume (ACT) and Queanbeyan (NSW) workshops. You'll enjoy early starts and early finishes, giving you your afternoons free, with overtime opportunities available.

This is your chance to contribute to something meaningful, grow your skills and make a real impact as part of a team driving high‐quality fabrication work.

As a Trades Assistant / Labourer, you'll work closely with our tradespeople in the fabrication division; preparing materials, assisting with welding and assembly tasks, maintaining safe and organised work areas, and helping the workshop operate smoothly day‐to‐day. If you enjoy hands‐on work, variety, and being part of a supportive team, you'll thrive in this role.

You'll support tradespeople with day‐to‐day workshop tasks across our fabrication facility. Every day will bring variety, hands‐on work, and plenty of teamwork.

• Prepare materials, tools, and equipment for welding and fabrication activities
• Assist with basic workshop tasks such as cleaning, grinding, and handling components
• Position parts for assembly and support tradespeople as directed
• Maintain clean, safe, ready‐to‐use work areas
• Operate and care for hand tools and equipment correctly
• Communicate professionally with employees, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients
• Provide information for daily diaries and complete documentation as required
• Identify hazards and report unsafe conditions immediately
• Assist with resolving onsite issues to keep work moving

• Experience in a workshop, fabrication, construction, or labouring environment (desirable)
• Ability to use hand tools and follow safe work practices
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• White Card (required)
• Silica Awareness and Asbestos Awareness (desirable)
• Permanent working rights in Australia

Benmax is known for quality, innovation, and a genuine commitment to its people. We invest in professional development, encourage fresh ideas and value collaboration. If you want to work where your expertise is recognised and you can see the impact of your work, you'll fit right in.