Fabrication Trades Assistant

Hazeldenes Chicken Farm; City of Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay rates

Team environment

Growth opportunities

Food discounts

Wellbeing programs

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Hazeldenes Chicken Farm is seeking a tradesperson to repair damaged livestock crates and support maintenance across our operation. You will perform crate repairs, assist tradespeople with welding and fabrication, review work orders, and help keep the workshop safe and productive.

You will work under the Fabrication Supervisor, follow OHS guidelines, maintain tools, and participate in training to develop fabrication and equipment maintenance skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in fabrication, machining, or a related trade is preferred.
• Physically fit with manual labour and some heavy lifting.
• Basic welding skills required (MIG essential; TIG/ARC preferred).
• Hold a valid driver’s licence and a National White Card.

Responsibilities

• Repair damaged livestock crates and restore them to safe, functional condition.
• Assist tradespeople with welding, fabrication and basic maintenance tasks.
• Review scheduled work orders at shift start and plan tasks.
• Complete work orders with records of repairs, materials and time spent.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free workshop and comply with PPE and OHS.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and participate in training.

Skills

Fabrication

Machining

Welding

Education

White Card

Driver's License

Tools

Welding Equipment

Job description

Lockwood Based

At Hazeldenes, we have more than 80 years of history underpinning how we proudly go about our business. It is not just about our delicious chickens, innovation, and commitment to quality. It is about our people doing extraordinary things to deliver great products.

Our Company:

At Hazeldenes, we are proud of our people, our reputation, and our place in the community. From humble beginnings in Kangaroo Flat in Bendigo, our facilities have spread across rural Victoria. Our people come from many different cultures and backgrounds and have skills ranging from farming and quality control to engineering and poultry processing.

The Role:

The primary objective of this role is to effectively manage the repair of damaged livestock crates and support tradespersons with routine maintenance tasks. The role ensures that all assigned duties are completed efficiently, safely, and in accordance with business needs. This includes maintaining workshop cleanliness, adhering to Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) standards, and ensuring timely completion of work orders. The incumbent is expected to demonstrate strong teamwork, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to maintaining equipment and operational efficiency.

Reporting to the Fabrication Supervisor, your duties will include but are not limited to:

Perform repairs on damaged livestock crates, ensuring they are restored to a safe and functional condition.

Assist tradespeople with maintenance tasks such as welding, fabricating, and basic repairs to support daily operations.

Review scheduled work orders at the start of each shift to plan tasks efficiently and ensure timely completion.

Accurately complete work orders with detailed records of repairs, materials used, and time spent on tasks.

Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free workshop by regularly disposing of waste and following housekeeping procedures.

Conduct routine inspections of tools and equipment, reporting any issues to the supervisor for timely repairs.

Follow all Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) regulations, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe work practices.

Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and reporting potential areas for process enhancements.

Participate in training programs to develop skills in fabrication, welding, and equipment maintenance.

Perform other duties as required, demonstrating flexibility to meet changing business needs.

About you:

Experience in fabrication, machining, or a related trade is preferred.

Physically fit and comfortable with manual labor, including some heavy lifting.

Basic welding skills required (MIG essential, TIG & ARC preferred).

Hold a valid driver’s license and a National White Card.

Understanding of production or industrial environments and their demands.

Strong commitment to workplace safety and following OHS guidelines.

Good communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively.

Proactive, flexible, and willing to learn new skills.

What we can offer:

Attractive Pay Rates & overloadings.

Great collaborative team environment

Friendly culture conducive of professional growth

Discount on food products

Health and wellbeing programs

We proudly embrace and promote cultural diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity within the workplace. Indigenous Australians, Torres Strait Islanders, and minority groups are encouraged to apply.

Applications are open to candidates with the right to work in Australia without restrictions or sponsorship.