Trade Assistant

About you:
Join us. Unleash your energy within.
If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we're the team for you. We've created a new breed of company – future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.

We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we're far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.

We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

We're a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process.

Our purpose and beliefs:
As Kent, we're tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined.

It's the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:

We PLAY BIG

We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY

We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE

We are built on INFINITE THINKING

Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us:

Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:
We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We're heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging.  

Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.

About the Role:
Kent are seeking
Skilled Trade Assistants (Mechanical & Electrical)
to join our Ampol Future Fuels project in Lytton. As a Trade Assistant at Kent, you will play a crucial role in assisting our Tradespeople with various tasks, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of our projects. Your responsibilities will include supporting Tradespeople, maintaining tools and equipment and ensuring a safe working environment

This is an amazing opportunity to join a critical Australian infrastructure project which will be instrumental in reducing emissions and improving the environment. 

Your Day to Day will Include
: 

• Assist electricians with installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and components including cable ladder, conduits, light fittings with support poles etc.
• Pull and run tie cables as directed.
• Sup of equipment and tooling for tradespersons, housekeeping of work fronts, spotting duties, forklift duties, firewatch and sentry duties.
• Prepare and clean work areas, including basic site setup and pack-up.
• Operate power tools and hand tools under supervision.
• Carry and manage materials, tools, and equipment safely.
• Adhere to all WHS (Work Health and Safety) procedures, PPE requirements and site safety rules.
• Support compliance with Australian electrical standards (AS/NZS 3000 and others).
• Perform basic testing and tagging under guidance (if trained).
• Assist in reading and interpreting plans, drawings and schematics.
• Maintain a clean and safe job site at all times.
• Follow the directions of your Supervisor or delegate.
• Complete any duties requested of you that are reasonably within your skillset and capability.

About You:
Our ideal candidate will have experience working on construction projects and hold current certifications, including RIIWHS204 Work at Heights and RIIWHS202 Enter and Work in Confined Spaces (both obtained within the past two years), a valid Construction White Card, and a current Australian Driver's License.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rates
• Employee Assistance Program
• Inclusion & Belonging Program
• Work for a brand that's been in the industry for over 100 years.
• Great Culture | Safety Focused | Awesome Team

If you would like to be considered, please submit your application. 

Due to the expected volume of candidates, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

Kent is committed to workplace diversity and strongly encourages female and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders candidates to apply.