Electrical Trade Assistants

MAAS Group Holdings; Newcastle; 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

Newcastle, New South Wales 2300, Australia

Full-time Permanent Internship

Posted 14 Sep 2026

Description

About the Company:

JLE Group is an industry leading electrical engineering and contracting company based in Dubbo, Orange, Newcastle - Servicing the regional hub of the Central West NSW for 20 years.

JLE Manufacturing & Hire specialises in manufacturing of HV equipment for renewables, commercial & industrial sectors throughout Australia & the world. This role is to assist the manufacturing division with workshop-based tasks when building HV electrical equipment.

Due to the success and ongoing growth of the business, we are seeking enthusiastic people to grow their careers with us.

We have several opportunities available for Electrical Trade Assistants based in our Newcastle workshop.

As a Trade Assistant you will:

• 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 JLE Group WHS policies, procedures, and safe work practices.

Why make the move?

Join a growing division where your quality leadership directly impacts project success and manufacturing excellence.

Benefits include:

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Family-focused hourssupporting work-life balance.
• Employee benefits platformwith retail, healthcare, gym, and novated leasing discounts.
• Broader exposureacross east coast facilities and international opportunities.
• Long-term growthpotential within JLE Group and Maas Group Holdings.
• Monthly values awardsand employee recognition.
• Supportive environmentfocused on quality leadership and results.

What you'll bring

• Construction White Card.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools safely.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and punctuality.
• Ability to follow instructions and work within a team environment.
• Previous workshop or manufacturing experience.
• Forklift licence (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to work unsupervised when required, Positive attitude and commitment to safety

This is a great opportunity to grow within a successful business with a great culture.

For more information, please [e-mail].