Trade Assistant
Core
Provide essential support to trades teams in mining and heavy earthmoving by assisting with maintenance, repairs, fabrication, and site operations.
Role type
Trade Assistant (Mining/Heavy Earthmoving)
Builds
Maintenance, repairs, overhaul activities, and assembly/dismantling for mining and heavy earthmoving operations
Domain
Mining and heavy earthmoving
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Forklift operation, dogging, working at heights, confined space entry, gas test atmospheres, C Class Driver's Licence, material preparation, equipment maintenance, hazard reporting, documentation, SOP adherence
Preferred skills
LR/MR/HR Driver's Licence, conduct lifting operations, EWP competency, gantry/overhead crane experience, Glencore Generic Induction
Technologies
Hand and power tools, forklifts, authorised equipment, company vehicles
Responsibilities
Assist tradespeople with maintenance, repairs, and overhaul; prepare materials and equipment; support mechanical and fabrication works; perform spotter, fire watch, and hot works support; maintain workshop, yard, and site housekeeping; complete documentation, risk assessments, and safety forms; maintain company vehicles and equipment; report hazards and incidents; support environmental and site compliance
Seniority
Junior to Mid-level, hands-on IC