At Traction Studio, we make displays and custom structures that are used for brand activations, pop-up experiences and events for some of the world's biggest brands. Brands and agencies bring us their big ideas, and we bring the craftsmanship to make them real.
Instead of building stuff for homes or commercial fitouts, we build it for the marketing industry.
Due to our continuing expansion, we now have the opportunity to bring on a
Trade Assistant
, who will play a vital role in keeping our workshop running like clockwork and our hire inventory ready to go, whenever it's needed.
About You
You take pride in a tidy, well organised space.
You've got a solid grasp of hardware and workshop systems, or you're keen to build that up fast.
You're reliable. If you say something will be done, it gets done.
You keep an eye out for ways things could run better, and you speak up when you spot one.
You're someone who can pick up a system, process or checklist and follow it to the letter, consistently, every time. This is how we run a high quality, efficient workshop, so it matters more than most may think.
You're comfortable with physical work, lifting, deliveries and being on your feet most of the day.
You work well as part of a team, but you can also be trusted to get on with a task on your own.
Above all, you take ownership of your work and see it through to the end.
Your Role and Responsibilities
You'll be looking after:
Making sure the workshop floor and are aisles clean, tidy and well maintained
Empty communal material bins before they overflow
Store materials away effectively and efficiently
Manage client and internal storage
Keep the dock fully functional and organized




Maintain the delivery and job bench daily, with transparent labelling
Maintain hardware levels and complete a weekly workshop stocktake
Keep all workshop systems running to standard
Provide regular feedback and help implement improvements
Handle deliveries and collections for the workshop and projects
Assist the build team when required
Operate the CNC when required (training provided if needed)
Keep hire items stored and maintained to a high standard, always ready for the next hire
Maintain hardware inventory
Receive and action scopes and picking lists from management
Pick and prepare orders, ready for collection
Carry out minor repairs to stock
Accurately report on hire items and incoming/outgoing stock
Complete inventory stocktakes
Handle deliveries and collections of hire items
Assist with install and dismantle when required
Suggest and help execute improvements to stock and systems
What You'll Need
Some experience in a workshop, warehouse or trade environment (or a genuine willingness to learn fast)
Strong time management and the ability to follow systems, processes and checklists consistently and precisely, this is one of the most important parts of the role
A practical, hands-on approach and an eye for spotting where things could be improved




Forklift licence preferred. Operating a forklift is a required part of this role, so if you don't already hold a licence, you'll need to be willing and able to obtain one early on
Clear communication and a team-first attitude
Comfortable using basic technology for stock tracking and reporting
Your First 3 Months
Get to know our business, our clients and how we work
Complete your training on our internal systems and processes
Take over the day-to-day responsibilities of the role
Start making the role your own
You'll Love This Role If You
Get satisfaction from a clean, well-organised, well-run space
Enjoy hands-on, physical work and staying active through the day
Want to build your skills across tools, trades and inventory systems
Take pride in ticking every box and getting the details exactly right
Want to grow with a business that's on a strong growth trajectory
Screening Questions
Are you legally authorised to work in Australia?
Do you have a current forklift licence? If not, are you willing to obtain one shortly after starting? (Operating a forklift is a required part of this role.)
How many years of experience do you have working in a workshop, warehouse or trade environment?
Are you comfortable with regular physical work including lifting, deliveries and installs?
Are you available to start immediately, or what is your notice period?
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📌 Trade Assistant (Sydney)
🏢 Traction Studio
📍 Sydney