Trade Assistant at Downer Group

Pinkenba, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance, Fabrication, Small Engine Repair, Parts Management, Vehicle Operation, Workshop Housekeeping, Safety Compliance, Inventory Control

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Join a skilled team supporting the maintenance of Downer’s diverse fleet and equipment. We’re looking for a proactive, hands-on Mechanical Trade Assistant to help keep our operations running smoothly in our Pinkenba workshop. If you enjoy variety, working with machinery, and being part of a tight-knit team, this is the role for you. About the Role In this role, you’ll support our mechanics and fabricators with day-to-day maintenance tasks, ensuring our fleet and equipment remain safe, reliable, and ready for work. No two days are the same in this fast-paced workshop environment. You will: * Assist qualified tradespeople with mechanical and fabrication tasks * Carry out basic servicing, maintenance, and small engine repairs * Support stores operations, including ordering, receiving, and picking parts * Operate a range of vehicles and machinery (manual and automatic) * Contribute to workshop organisation, housekeeping, and safety compliance What You’ll Bring Mandatory: * A valid driver’s licence – experience with both manual and automatic vehicles is essential * Experience in automotive mechanical, fabrication, or a similar hands-on trade environment Highly desirable: * MR driver’s licence (or willingness to obtain) * Forklift licence (or willingness to obtain) * Experience working in a stores or parts environment * Small engine repair and maintenance skills What’s in It for You * Career development and training opportunities within a large national organisation * A supportive team culture with a strong focus on safety and wellbeing * Access to employee benefits, wellness programs, and ongoing training * The opportunity to work with a reputable employer and a wide variety of vehicles and equipment How to Apply If this sounds like the right next step in your career, click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your resume. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted as part of the recruitment process.

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Responsibilities

Support mechanics and fabricators with day-to-day maintenance and basic servicing of a diverse fleet. Manage stores operations including ordering and picking parts while ensuring workshop safety and organization.