Newland Precision Engineering is a specialist manufacturer of drilling and mining equipment, delivering high-quality engineering solutions to clients across Australia and internationally. We are seeking a reliable, hands-on Trades Assistant to join our fabrication workshop team.
About the Role
Your primary responsibility will be sandblasting and supporting our fabrication and wider workshop team, along with material handling and logistics duties.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out sandblasting of fabricated and machined components as required.
- Prepare components for blasting, including taping and masking.
- Remove tape and masking after blasting and painting.
- Assist the fabrication team with cleaning and cutting steel, and general workshop preparation.
- Operate a forklift and move goods between Stores and workshop departments.
- Load and unload transport trucks.
- Check and receive incoming materials.
- Complete deliveries and pickups as required.
- Prepare components for blasting, including taping and masking.
- Maintain a clean, tidy and safe work area.
- Assist with other general fabrication workshop duties as required.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Holds a current Forklift High Risk Work Licence.
- Holds a current MR driver’s licence for truck deliveries and pickups.
- Is reliable, punctual and willing to learn.
- Has a strong commitment to workplace safety.
- Enjoys practical work and working as part of a team.
- Is physically capable of carrying out the duties in a fabrication environment.
- Can pass a pre-employment medical.
The following skills and experience would be advantageous:
- Previous experience as a Trades Assistant.
- Experience working in a fabrication, welding or heavy industry setting.
- Previous sandblasting or painting experience.
Apply Now
If you are reliable, safety-focused and enjoy hands-on workshop work, we would like to hear from you. Please submit your resume outlining your relevant skills and experience.