About the Role
Smith & Co is partnering with a leading industrial contractor to recruit experienced Trade Assistants for a large maintenance project in Weipa. Flying FIFO from Brisbane, you'll work alongside mechanical and engineering trades across a busy project workplace, providing hands-on support with maintenance, installation and general trade-related activities.
Salary & Benefits
$60 per hour flat rate
2 weeks on / 1 week off roster
FIFO from Brisbane to Weipa
Immediate start available
Initial 3-month project
Potential for project extension
Large-scale industrial maintenance exposure
Key Responsibilities
Assist mechanical and engineering trades with maintenance activities
Support equipment installation, removal and general mechanical works
Prepare tools, materials and work areas for tradespeople




Operate EWP equipment where required and within licence conditions
Maintain safe, clean and organised work areas throughout the project
What You'll Bring
Previous Trade Assistant experience in industrial or maintenance environments
Current Coal Board Medical
Current EWP licence
Ability to work a 2/1 FIFO roster from Brisbane
Availability for an immediate start and commitment to the project duration
Additional information
2 weeks on, 1 week off FIFO roster from Brisbane
$60/hr flat rate with immediate start available
3-month project with potential for ongoing extension
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📌 Fifo Trade Assistant (Brisbane)
🏢 Smith and
📍 Brisbane