Experienced tradespeople and production staff required.
Your new company
Hays is partnering with a well-established Tasmanian manufacturer renowned for producing specialised industrial products for commercial and industrial applications. Operating from a modern manufacturing facility, our client has built a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and customer service. Due to continued growth and increasing production demands, they are seeking a motivated Mechanical Trades Assistant to join their Hobart-based team.
Your new role
Working alongside experienced tradespeople and production staff, you will play an important role in supporting manufacturing operations and the assembly of specialised products. This is a hands-on position that would suit someone who enjoys working with tools, machinery, and manufacturing equipment while being part of a collaborative and safety-focused team.
What you'll need to succeed
Previous experience in a manufacturing, factory, workshop, or trade assistant positionProven experience operating machinery and power toolsStrong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skillsAbility to follow instructions and work from plans or specificationsExcellent attention to detail and commitment to qualityStrong communication and teamwork skillsReliable work ethic and willingness to learnAbility to work safely in a quick-paced manufacturing environmentPhysical fitness and ability to perform manual handling tasksForklift licence is highly regarded but not essentialExperience in fabrication, assembly, manufacturing, or production environments will be advantageousPrevious manufacturing or factory experience will be highly regarded
What you'll get in return
Assist tradespeople with manufacturing, assembly, and production activitiesOperate manufacturing machinery and workshop equipmentUse hand and power tools safely and effectivelyAssist with cutting, measuring, drilling, fitting, and component assemblySupport production processes to ensure quality standards are maintainedRead and follow work instructions, drawings, and production schedulesLoad, unload, and move materials throughout the workshopConduct basic equipment checks and maintain work areasAdhere to all workplace health and safety proceduresContribute to a clean, organised, and productive workshop environment
What you need to do now
Through Hays, you'll be offered the opportunity to join a respected Tasmanian manufacturing business with a strong reputation for quality products and innovation. You'll enjoy a varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same, working alongside experienced tradespeople while developing valuable manufacturing and mechanical skills.Temporary and contract workers through Hays also enjoy:
- Weekly pay cycles
- Choice of superannuation fund
- Easy online time sheet submission
- Ongoing support and post-placement care from your consultant
If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Sandesh De Mel via email:
[email protected] or call +61 3 6108 5553.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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📌 Trade Assistant (Hobart)
🏢 Hays
📍 Hobart