Job Description
Based in Cairns the Trades Assistant will be responsible for general labouring, preparation, and cleaning tasks within a shipyard environment as directed by immediate Leading Hand/Supervisor.
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About Austal
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Austal isAustralia's global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world's leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam.
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Our In Service Support division provide routine servicing and preventative maintenance through to complex system overhauls, our maintenance solutions cover the full lifecycle of a vessel. We integrate original design knowledge with operational insights to ensure every intervention is cost-effective and aligned with customer requirements.
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Backed by our extensive shipbuilding heritage and international supply chain, our global network ensures fleets remain mission-ready and performing at their highest capability throughout their operational life.
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This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.
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What's involved
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Participate in Confined Space Entry, Sentry, and Fire Sentry duties.
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Assist tradespeople when required.
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Assist in all aspects of the docking evolution.
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Understand, embrace, implement, and comply with all Austal Policies and Procedures related to HSEQ.
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Hold self and workmates accountable to HSEQ standards.
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Holding self and others accountable to the standards.
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Improving the standard.
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Waste - Reduce waste in all its forms.
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You'll need
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Current Drivers licence.
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Ability to work autonomously or as part of as team.
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Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
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Capable of performing work in a safe and acceptable manner.
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Ability to use standard tools.
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Possess good time management skills and ability to meet targets set by the supervisor.
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EWP + 11m.
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Working at Heights.
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Confined Space.
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Work in accordance with an issued permit.
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Demonstrate First Attack Fire Fighting Equipment.
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1 year experience in general labouring.
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1 year experience in Confined Space Entry Sentry and Fire Sentry.
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Why Join Us?
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Competitive compensation and benefits package.
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Professional development and training opportunities.
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A supportive and agile work environment.
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Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.
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At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply. Veterans are also encouraged to apply.

📌 Trades Assistant (Queensland)
🏢 Austal-7
📍 Queensland