Maintenance Trade Assistant (Hands-On, Plant)

Oakey Beef Exports; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowances

Optional OT

Staff discounts

Job summary

Oakey Beef Exports in Queensland is seeking a Trade Assistant to join our maintenance team. This full-time role offers exposure to a wide range of machinery in an export processing environment, with hands-on learning and opportunities to develop maintenance skills while working with an experienced team.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will assist with maintenance, repair and installation, support breakdown responses, and collaborate with qualified tradespeople on mechanical,

Qualifications

• Reliable, proactive and willing to learn from experienced tradespeople.
• Capable and committed to following direction and procedures.
• Remain calm under pressure in a busy production setting.
• Possess high attention to safety and WHS practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance, repair and installation of plant and equipment across multiple processing areas.
• Support breakdown response and troubleshooting to minimise production downtime.
• Work alongside qualified tradespeople on mechanical, electrical and fabrication projects.
• Prepare tools, materials and equipment for maintenance activities.
• Conduct routine inspections, preventative maintenance and housekeeping tasks.
• Follow Lock Out Tag Out procedures, prioritising safety.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to support operations.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Safety-conscious

Electrical/mechanical awareness

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Oakey Beef Exports in Queensland is seeking a Trade Assistant to join our maintenance team. This full-time role offers exposure to a wide range of machinery in an export processing environment, with hands-on learning and opportunities to develop maintenance skills while working with an experienced team.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will assist with maintenance, repair and installation, support breakdown responses, and collaborate with qualified tradespeople on mechanical,