Chelgrave Contracting is currently looking for trades assistants with excellent mechanical aptitude and a can-do attitude

25th August, 2026

Chelgrave Contracting, maintenance specialists since 1979, are providing labour solutions to some of Australia’s most iconic businesses. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees and to delivering proactive and enthusiastic personnel to our clients.
Chelgrave Contracting is currently looking for trades assistants with excellent mechanical aptitude, forklift licence and a can-do attitude.

About the role:

- Working with trades/engineers to assist as directed
- Be proactive and anticipate trades requirements
- Some manual lifting involved, mechanical lifting aids provided

About you:

- Good mechanical/common-sense approach
- Experience in manufacturing an advantage
- Confined Space and Working at Heights nice to have but not essential
- Forklift, Scaffolding,



and Rigging Licence highly desirable
- Analytical and methodical approach to problem solving
- Ability to communicate effectively with good reporting skills
- Excellent safety focus with a solid understanding of secure work practices

Why Apply:
It’s not just talk, we DO look after our people:

- We pay above award rates and include a daily travel allowance
- We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace and conduct pre-assignment safety assessments.
- We have a strong employee focus with reps carrying out regular welfare checks
- We work with our clients to ensure the scope of the job is classified appropriately and we deliver the right person with the right skills and attitude.

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📌 TRADES ASSISTANT (Melbourne)
🏢 Chelgrave Contracting Australia
📍 Melbourne