Trades Assistant

1 day ago


Newcastle Maitland Hunter, Australia Downer EDI Limited Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Competitive Rate: $37.50 per hour + 25% Casual Loading + Site Allowance + Penalties
  • Roster: 6/1 Roster (Sunday's Off)
  • Shifts: 11-hour shifts with Day or Night Shifts Available
  • Supportive Environment: Tight-knit team environment within a workplace that focuses on Zero Harm

As a local Trades Assistant you will be assisting various trades, operate a forklift and ensure work is completed safely, effectively and to the required standard for the relevant outage works.

ABOUT YOU

  • Site Proficient: Have experience working as a Trade Assistant within a heavy industry environment.
  • Technically Proficient: Experienced in the safe use of hand tools and equipment required to perform tasks.
  • Team Oriented: Have an ability to work effectively within a team with well-developed communication skills and a commitment to safety.
  • Site Qualifications: Hold full working rights in Australia, White Card, Working at Heights and 2 Day Confined Space ticket (within 2 years validity) - Required. High Risk Work Licence with Forklift (LF) and Elevated Work Platform (EWP) is advantageous.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your application online via the advertisement - we do not accept email applications.

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