The Casino Food Company Limited is a leading Australian meat processing and export company, with production facilities at Casino and Booyong in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales.

An exciting opportunity exists for a Trades Assistant to join our Maintenance Team at our Booyong Plant. This hands-on role provides support to our qualified tradespeople and maintenance team, assisting with the upkeep and efficient operation of site equipment, facilities and infrastructure.

We are looking for motivated individuals with a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and a positive attitude towards working in a team environment. Previous experience in a maintenance or industrial setting is beneficial but not essential, as training will be provided to the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to:

- Assisting tradespeople with maintenance, repair and installation activities

- Providing support to the maintenance and refrigeration teams as required

- Undertaking basic preventative maintenance and routine equipment inspections

- Carrying out general labouring and housekeeping duties across the site

- Assisting with shutdown, breakdown and project work

- Maintaining clean, safe and organised work areas

- Following company safety procedures and safe work practices at all times

- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the maintenance function

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

- A positive attitude and strong commitment to workplace safety

- Good mechanical aptitude and a practical hands-on approach





- The ability to work effectively both independently and within a team

- Flexibility to work overtime and weekends when required

- Sound communication and basic computer skills

- A willingness to learn recent skills and undertake further training

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

While not essential, the following will be highly regarded:

- Experience in a manufacturing, food processing or industrial environment

- Forklift High Risk Work Licence

- High Risk Work Licences including EWP, Dogging or Crane

- HR or HC Driver Licence

- Current Boiler Ticket or an interest in obtaining one (training and support to gain a Boiler Ticket will be provided to the right candidate)

- Competencies or experience operating excavators, loaders or skid steer/bobcat equipment

- Exposure to maintenance, mechanical or trade-related work

What We Offer

- Competitive rates with regular overtime opportunities available

- Training and development opportunities, including nationally recognised qualifications and ongoing skill development to support your career progression

- A supportive and team-oriented workplace culture

- Company-issued PPE and daily laundered work clothing

- Free onsite parking

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 confidential support

- Discounts at our onsite meat shop

- Gym membership subsidies

- Access to our onsite canteen and other employee benefits

If you are looking to develop your skills within a stable and growing business, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications close Friday, 11th December 2026

📌 Trades Assistant (Australia)
🏢 Casino Food
📍 Australia