Defence Maintenance Assistant: Paint & Blast Workshop

Water Corporation; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Discounted health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

VenPerks discounts

Tools, uniforms, PPE

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Ventia is hiring a Tradesperson Assistant to support maintenance and refurbishment of Defence assets from Ross Island Barracks, South Townsville. You will assist with the Paint and Blast Workshop, surface prep, blasting and painting, and support broader workshop operations.

Ideal candidates have workshop experience in automotive/industrial settings, hold a Driver's Licence and a Confined Space Entry ticket, and are ready to gain additional licences.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive/industrial/heavy vehicle workshops.
• Paint and blast, vehicle repair or maintenance workshop experience valued.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.
• Current Confined Space Entry ticket.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Willingness to obtain additional licences and tickets.

Responsibilities

• Assist trades personnel with maintenance, repair and workshop activities.
• Support Paint and Blast Workshop surface preparation, blasting and painting.
• Assist with maintenance and refurbishment tasks across Defence assets.
• Carry out general workshop housekeeping and ensure work areas are safe and organized.
• Support stores and material handling activities as required.
• Operate plant and equipment where appropriately trained, licensed and authorised.
• Follow all safety, environmental and quality processes and procedures.

Skills

Automotive workshop

Industrial workshop

Defence workshop

Paint and Blast

Job description

Ventia is hiring a Tradesperson Assistant to support maintenance and refurbishment of Defence assets from Ross Island Barracks, South Townsville. You will assist with the Paint and Blast Workshop, surface prep, blasting and painting, and support broader workshop operations.

Ideal candidates have workshop experience in automotive/industrial settings, hold a Driver's Licence and a Confined Space Entry ticket, and are ready to gain additional licences.