Overview
Position Title: Trade Assistant (Diesel Fitters)
Location: Gladstone Projects
We are looking for a motivated Trade Assistant to join our maintenance team working across our Gladstone-based projects. This hands-on role supports our Diesel Fitters with the maintenance of our company-owned fleet of mobile plant. For the right candidate, the position also offers a potential pathway into a Diesel Fitting Apprenticeship.
Responsibilities
Rust repairs, surface preparation and industrial painting
Washing and preparing mobile plant before and after scheduled services and repairs
Operating the IT with tyre grab to support tyre handling
Assisting tradespeople with a variety of maintenance tasks
General housekeeping duties in the workshop and yard
Requirements
Minimum age 18
Previous industrial experience (preferably with mobile plant or heavy industry)
Desirable Skills & Tickets
RII: Telehandler
RII: Integrated Tool Carrier
HRW: Dogger/Rigger
Industrial painting experience
Panel beating or basic welding
Earthmoving tyre fitting experience
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full time
Job function
Sales and Business Development
Construction
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