Trade Assistant | UAM (Toowoomba)

at  Downer Group

ABOUT YOU

• Current driver’s licence and Construction White Card.
• Willing and able to travel to multiple site locations (Require a 10:4 roster)
• Ability to work in an outside environment and to perform physically demanding tasks.
• Competent communication skills and ability to liaise with co-workers and supervisors.
• Be self-driven, take initiative, and focus on achieving desired outcomes.

ABOUT US

Utility Asset Management (UAM) is a division of the Downer Group that confidently provides specialised services to utility and energy organisations, government departments, councils, and major Australian companies. UAM has been delivering safe and high-quality services since its establishment in 2000, and with offices across Australia, it continues to grow confidently by providing exceptional services.
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. We encourage applications from all genders, ages, and backgrounds to join our inclusive workforce.
For more information, please get in touch with Ryan Delon , Recruitment & Sourcing Business Partner, at ryan.delon@downergroup.com

We seek an enthusiastic, driven and reliable individual to join our team in the Toowoomba Region, working on the Energy Queensland Network as an Assistant Asset Inspector (Trade Assistant). As an Assistant Asset Inspector , you are responsible for assisting the Asset Inspector in inspections and maintenance activities. The role is like an apprenticeship, providing you with the training, mentoring and experience so you can progress to Asset Inspector.
The role involves exciting and physically and mentally challenging work. We are seeking fit and enthusiastic individuals to join our team, with great development opportunities, travel, and social work involvement. You will be rewarded with a superior remuneration package including LAHA and a clear pathway for career advancement.

Your day-to-day tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• Clearing the vegetation surrounding the base of power poles.
• Report all potential and existing environmental hazards.
• Conduct minor repairs on ground supports, stays, and other related components.
• Assisted in all aspects of the asset inspection process as directed by the asset inspector.
• Manual excavation around the base of power poles so that below-ground inspections can be conducted.