Electrical Trades Assistant

18 hours ago

Tindal Northern Territory, Australia Workfast Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Workfast is seeking Electrical Trades Assistants to join our client on a Defence project at Tindal RAAF Air Base, NT.

This role will see you supporting qualified electricians with installation of runway lighting and cabling systems, while gaining valuable exposure on a secure and high-profile site.

Mobilisation will take approximately 2-3 weeks, with all support provided to ensure a smooth onboarding process.

What You Get

  • $55.00 per hour flat rate
  • 21 days on / 7 days off roster (8-10 hour days)
  • Accommodation and meals provided on site
  • Drive/Bus in + Drive/Bus out from Darwin or surrounding areas
  • Work with a major client with future projects available

What You Need

  • Australian Driver's Licence
  • White Card
  • Bobcat ticket highly desirable
  • Previous experience as an Electrical Trades Assistant
  • Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency (essential for Defence site access)
  • National Police Clearance within the last 3 months (or ability to apply immediately)
  • Ability to pass medical & drug and alcohol test

What You'll Be Doing

  • Assisting electricians with runway lighting installation and cabling works
  • Handling tools, equipment, and materials to support trade tasks
  • Operating safely with power and hand tools under supervision
  • Using a bobcat for site works (if ticketed)
  • Helping maintain a clean and safe worksite in line with Defence standards
  • Working as part of a team to deliver project milestones

About Us

Workfast is a labour-hire company working with some of Australia's largest companies. We operate in all states of Australia and our employees work in all industries. When you join our team we make sure that you're looked after, paid well and that we follow all Australian Fair Work standards. Workfast embraces diversity and encourages applications from people with disabilities. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at any time of application.

If you are interested in the Electrical Trades Assistant position at Tindal RAAF Air Base, NT please click the link to apply.

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