Warehouse - Installer Trainee (Career Pathway Role)
We're looking for someone who wants to start in the warehouse and grow into a qualified installer as our business continues to expand.
If you're practical, reliable and want to build real skills in a respected local company — this is your opportunity.
This is not just a warehouse job.
We're looking for someone who wants to start in the warehouse and grow into a qualified installer as our business continues to expand.
If you're practical, reliable and want to build real skills in a respected local company — this is your chance.
The Role
You'll typically spend:
Around 3 days per week managing warehouse operations
The remainder assisting installers on-site
Supporting our shade sail manufacturing team when required
You'll learn our products from the ground up — blinds, awnings and shade sails — while working alongside experienced tradesmen.
This role has a structured development pathway. As capability is demonstrated, you will progressively move into more on-site installation responsibility with the goal of becoming an installer.
Overtime is available, particularly on the installation side, depending on workload.
What You'll Be Doing
Receiving and organising stock
Preparing materials and hardware for jobs
Maintaining stock control




Operating forklift (license is essential)
Maintaining a clean, efficient warehouse
Assisting installers on residential and commercial projects
Supporting shade sail manufacturing
Who This Role Suits
A storeman wanting to move into a trade
A trades assistant looking for a long-term pathway
Someone practical who enjoys hands-on work
Early in your career and ready to develop
We care more about attitude than background.
You must be:
Reliable and punctual
Physically fit
Mechanically minded
Willing to learn and take direction
Committed to high workmanship standards
Forklift licence is essential.
We promote from within and are willing to invest in — and pay above award for — the right attitude and work ethic. Progression is based on demonstrated reliability, workmanship and accountability - not time served
About Ede Shade Solutions
Ede Shade Solutions has been operating in Townsville for over 110 years. We supply and install blinds, awnings and shade sails across residential and commercial projects throughout North Queensland.
We expect work to be completed properly, safely and to a standard we're prepared to put our name to.
If you believe you meet these standards, we'd welcome your application.
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📌 Warehouse - Installer Trainee (Career Pathway Role) (Townsville)
🏢 Ede Shade Solutions
📍 Townsville