About The Role Reporting to the Structural & Fabrication Lead, you will provide essential support to our trades team and assist in maintaining safe, efficient and productive site operations.

Job no: 497793

Work type: Full time

Location: Western Australia

Categories: Trade Assistants

Your Responsibilities Will Include

Assisting tradespeople with maintenance, repairs and overhaul activities

Preparing materials and equipment using hand and power tools

Supporting mechanical and fabrication works

Performing spotter, fire watch and hot works support duties

Assisting with assembly and dismantling activities

Safely operating forklifts and other authorised equipment

Maintaining workshop, yard and site housekeeping standards

Completing required documentation, risk assessments and safety forms

Following work orders, SOPs and client procedures

Maintaining company vehicles and equipment to company standards

Reporting hazards, incidents and equipment concerns promptly

Supporting environmental and site compliance requirements

Undertaking other duties within your skill set as required

What We're Looking For Essential Requirements

Current C Class Driver's Licence

Working at Heights certification

Confined Space Entry certification

Gas Test Atmospheres certification

Minimum 2 years' experience in the mining and/or heavy earthmoving industry

Strong commitment to safety and safe work practices

Reliable work ethic and positive attitude





Ability to work effectively within a team environment

Dogging certification

Forklift Licence

Highly Regarded

LR, MR or HR Driver's Licence

Current Glencore Generic Induction

Conduct Lifting Operations certification

EWP competency

Gantry or Overhead Crane experience

Our Values We Are Guided By Our Core Values First in Safety

Safety is at the centre of everything we do. We expect every employee to actively contribute to a protected workplace.

Mates in the Workplace

We work together, support each other and foster a positive team culture.

Supporting Work-Life Balance

We believe our people perform at their best when they have balance and time for what matters outside of work.

Success Through Commitment

We take ownership of our work, deliver quality outcomes and strive for continuous improvement.

What You'll Bring

Strong attention to detail

Reliability and accountability

Flexibility and adaptability

Excellent teamwork and communication skillsProactive approach to safety and problem solving

Ability to work with varying levels of supervision

Why Join Us?

Supportive team environment

Strong safety culture

Opportunity to work alongside experienced trades professionals

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Diverse and challenging site-based work

If you are a safety-focused Trade Assistant looking for your next opportunity within the mining industry, we'd love to hear from you.

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