Trade Assistant

20 hours ago

Amberley QLD, Australia Ventia Full time $42,000 - $90,000 per year

Ventia, in partnership with the Australian Defence Force, are seeking experienced Trade Assistants (Tyre Fitter) to join the team in Amberley, Queensland, maintaining and repairing Defence vehicles and plant equipment.

This is an opportunity to join Ventia in a role that provides a corridor for a great lifestyle outside of work

What's On Offer:

  • $34.29 per hour + super
  • Work on unique Defence vehicles and assets.
  • Monday to Thursday: 7.00 am – 3:45 pm & Friday: 7.00 am – 12:00 pm. Optional early start at 6:30 am available.
  • Great team culture – feel respected & supported.
  • PPE and Uniforms provided
  • Ongoing career & development opportunities
  • Fun Shirt Fridays
  • Food Trucks on Site Daily

Key Responsibilities:

  • Tyre fitting
  • Helping trades personnel with all types of work in the workshop
  • Assisting in maintenance and storeroom tasks
  • Maintaining the work area in a neat and orderly manner
  • Operating plant and equipment where qualified and licenced to do so

Key Skills & Attributes Include:

  • Experience in tyre fitting, with trucks (especially armoured vehicle/ run flat installation) would be an advantage.
  • Hold a current open Driver's License (HR licence ideal)
  • Forklift licence and Working At Heights are preferred but not essential.
  • Previous Defence experience desirable but not essential.
  • You must be an Australian citizen and able to maintain a Defence Security Clearance.

About Ventia

Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.

Diversity

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

How to apply

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Position Reference Number: 165317

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