* Attractive pay and Conditions
* A 10-12 week DIDO
* Accommodation & Food Provided
Trade Assistants required for Callide Power Station outage work. Competitive rates & accommodation provided
Your new company
Our client delivers critical mechanical and outage services at Callide Power Station in Biloela, supporting the ongoing operation of a major energy asset. With a strong focus on safety, teamwork, and technical excellence, offering the opportunity to work on a well-established power generation site alongside an experienced workforce.
Your new role
As a Trade Assistant on-site shutdowns, you will provide hands‐on support to qualified trades across maintenance and repair activities during scheduled outages. The role involves assisting with tools and equipment, manual handling, basic mechanical support, site preparation, and maintaining clean and safe work areas in a fast‐paced shutdown environment. You will follow strict safety procedures, take direction from supervisors and trades, and work as part of a team to ensure shutdown tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and within tight timeframes.
What you'll need to succeed
* Previous experience working as a Trade Assistant or labourer on mine‐site or heavy industrial shutdowns (preferred)
* Strong ability to work effectively within a team‐based outage setting, with clear communication skills
* Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety, procedures, and personal accountability
* Current tickets including:
o Enter & Work in Confined Spaces (RIIWHS202E)
o Working at Heights (RIIWHS204E - current within 3 years)
o Construction White Card
* Reliable, safety‐focused, and comfortable working in a fast‐paced outage environment
* Ability to DIDO & complete the whole shutdown
* 2 x Previous References
What you'll get in return
You'll secure a casual DIDO outage role at Callide Power Station in Biloela, commencing mid‐May and running through to late June. The position offers a Monday to Saturday roster with both day and night shifts, working 11‐hour shifts throughout the outage period. You'll receive EBA rates with overtime penalties calculated from the base rate, plus a site allowance. You'll be part of a supportive team delivering Downer's Callide outage, with either LAHA or accommodation provided for distant workers and potential opportunities for future project and outage work.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, applications can be submitted via the \"apply now\" button. Please ensure you are submitting an up-to-date CV. If you have any further questions, please contact Allix Coad 07 4960 1***.
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