Electrical Trade Assistant - Workshop Assembly (Newcastle)

RGIT Australia; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Maas Group Holdings in Newcastle, NSW, seeks an Electrical Trade Assistant to support workshop-based assembly of HV equipment, under supervision. The role involves material prep, tool handling, and adherence to safety practices.

You will assist electricians, prepare components, and maintain cleanliness, with opportunities for growth across the group. Suitable for hands-on, safety-conscious individuals with workshop experience.

Qualifications

• Construction White Card.
• Experience using hand and power tools in a workshop environment.
• Forklift licence or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely in a team.
• Previous workshop or manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist electricians with assembly of electrical boards, substations, starters, and associated equipment.
• Prepare materials and components for assembly (cutting, drilling, cleaning, labelling, pre‑assembly).
• Operate hand and power tools as required.
• Assist with wiring preparation, cable pulling, lugging, terminating support, and component mounting (under supervision).
• Help maintain workshop jigs, benches, and work areas.
• Support testing and inspection activities as directed by tradespeople.
• Manual handling of materials, components, and equipment.
• Maintain workshop cleanliness and organisation (lean principles, 5S where applicable).
• Prepare worksites and equipment for production tasks.
• Pick up & delivery of goods when required.
• Assist in stocktake when required.
• Follow all WHS policies, procedures, and safe work practices.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Team player

Safety awareness

Education

Construction White Card

Tools

Forklift licence

Job description

Maas Group Holdings in Newcastle, NSW, seeks an Electrical Trade Assistant to support workshop-based assembly of HV equipment, under supervision. The role involves material prep, tool handling, and adherence to safety practices.

You will assist electricians, prepare components, and maintain cleanliness, with opportunities for growth across the group. Suitable for hands-on, safety-conscious individuals with workshop experience.