Job Description
Trade Assistant – Manufacturing
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Location: Wetherill Park, Sydney NSW
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Job Type: Casual | Permanent Opportunity
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Pay Rate: $***** per hour + super
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Start: Immediate
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About the Company
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Our client is a proudly Australian-owned manufacturer supplying high-quality components to the truck and automotive industries. Based in Wetherill Park, they are committed to quality workmanship, safety and teamwork.
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We are currently seeking a reliable and hands-on Trade Assistant to join their manufacturing and maintenance team on a casual basis, with a genuine opportunity to transition into a permanent position for the right person.
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About the Role
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Working alongside experienced Maintenance Supervisors, you will provide day-to-day support to help keep the manufacturing facility operating safely and efficiently.
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This is a physically active, hands-on role suited to someone who is mechanically minded, practical and eager to develop their technical skills in a modern manufacturing environment.
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No two days will be the same, with duties ranging from assisting with maintenance activities and machinery setup through to general workshop and factory support.
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Key Responsibilities
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Assist Maintenance Supervisors with daily maintenance activities.
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Support preventative maintenance schedules and equipment breakdown repairs.
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Assist with machinery setup, tool changes and basic mechanical tasks.
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Perform basic grinding, drilling, cutting and use of power tools.
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Assist with workshop maintenance, factory improvements and general repairs.
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Operate forklifts,



pallet jacks and gantry cranes where appropriately licensed and trained.
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Receive, move and organise materials throughout the factory.
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Maintain tools, equipment and work areas to a high standard.
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Complete maintenance records as required.
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Maintain a clean, organised and hazard-free work environment.
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Follow all WHS policies, procedures and protected work practices.
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Safety & Housekeeping
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Safety and housekeeping are non-negotiable.
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You will be expected to:
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Maintain clean and organised work areas.
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Follow a Clean As You Go approach.
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Return tools and equipment to their correct locations.
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Remove waste and hazards as you work.
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Correctly wear required PPE.
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Report hazards and safety concerns immediately.
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Follow all workplace health and safety procedures.
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About You
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We are looking for someone who is reliable, practical and takes pride in doing the job properly.
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You will ideally have:
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Previous experience working in a manufacturing, workshop or trade environment.
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Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
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Experience safely using power tools.
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A positive, can-do attitude and strong work ethic.
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The ability to take direction and work effectively as part of a team.
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Strong attention to detail.
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Valuable communication skills.
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A strong commitment to workplace safety and housekeeping.
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The physical capability to perform manual handling and hands-on duties.
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Essential Requirements
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Previous experience in a trade, workshop or manufacturing environment.
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Mechanical aptitude.
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Current Australian Driver's Licence.
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Current Forklift Licence.
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Full Australian working rights.
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Physically fit and capable of manual work.
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Strong commitment to WHS and safe work practices.
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Highly Regarded
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Mechanical trade qualification or trade certificate.
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Experience in injection moulding.
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Welding, grinding or fabrication experience.
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Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics.
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Experience using maintenance software.
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WHS training or relevant certificates.
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What's on Offer?
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$***** per hour + super
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Casual employment with consistent work.
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Genuine opportunity to transition into a permanent position.
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Immediate start available.
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Hands-on experience within a modern manufacturing environment.
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Work alongside an experienced maintenance team.
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Ongoing training and development opportunities.
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Long-term career opportunities with an Australian-owned business.
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If you're a reliable and mechanically minded Trade Assistant looking for an opportunity to build your skills and potentially secure a permanent position, we want to hear from you.

📌 Trade Assistant (New South Wales)
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📍 New South Wales