Structural / Mechanical Skilled Labourer (Welder / Trade Assistant)

CampaignHire; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Away work opportunities

Job summary

CampaignHire seeks a Structural / Mechanical Skilled Labourer (Welder / Trade Assistant) to support large industrial projects in North Queensland. The role blends hands-on labour with welding and basic fabrication within a fast-paced environment.

You will assist tradespeople, handle materials and operate core equipment, while following strict safety procedures and working at heights where required. Full Australian working rights preferred.

Qualifications

• Current Australian Driver Licence is required.
• White Card (Construction Industry General Safety Induction) required.
• Welding tickets or recognised welding qualifications required.
• High-risk licences for site duties must be current.
• Working at Heights certification and experience at heights >11 m.
• Experience in construction, industrial or maintenance as labourer or trade assistant.
• Practical welding, fabrication and general labouring experience.
• Knowledge of safety requirements and fall protection procedures.
• Ability to safely handle materials, tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labouring: site prep, material handling, cleaning, safe environment.
• Carry out welding, cutting and basic fabrication per project needs.
• Assist tradespeople and site teams with installation and maintenance.
• Work safely at heights above 11 metres with approved procedures.
• Operate licensed equipment and machinery as required.
• Assist with loading/unloading and positioning materials/tools.
• Inspect tools/equipment and report faults or hazards.
• Follow SWMS, risk assessments, permits and safety procedures.
• Maintain tidy work areas and proper storage of materials.
• Collaborate with supervisors and teams to meet deadlines.
• Comply with PPE and maintain a safety-first attitude.
• Undertake additional site duties to support project delivery.

Skills

Strong communication

Team player

Safety-first

Physically fit

Ability to follow instructions

Education

Welding tickets / Second-Class Welder

Current high-risk licences

Working at Heights certification

Tools

WP Class EWP

Dogging

Rigging

Forklift

Job description

Structural / Mechanical Skilled Labourer (Welder / Trade Assistant)

Our client is a rapidly expanding multidisciplined contractor with a strong reputation in Northern Australia. They offer diverse services in major industrial construction, capital works, and maintenance across multiple sectors.

Our client's North Queensland division consists of branches in Cairns, Townsville, and Mt Isa, with the capability to execute a wide range of projects. The team is supported by extensive national resources, allowing them to meet the diverse needs of their clients effectively.

The Role

The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic, practical hands-on skills and the ability to work effectively as a Trade Assistant or Second-Class Welder within a fast-paced construction or industrial environment. Experience working on large-scale projects and a strong commitment to workplace health and safety are highly desirable.

Key responsibilities:

• Perform general labouring duties, including site preparation, material handling, cleaning and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Carry out welding, cutting and basic fabrication tasks in accordance with project requirements and relevant safety procedures.
• Assist tradespeople and site teams with installation, maintenance and construction activities.
• Work safely at heights above 11 metres, following approved procedures and fall-prevention requirements.
• Operate relevant equipment and machinery where appropriately licensed and authorised.
• Assist with loading, unloading and positioning materials, tools and equipment.
• Inspect tools and equipment before use and report faults, hazards or damage to supervisors.
• Follow SWMS, risk assessments, permit requirements and all workplace health and safety procedures.
• Maintain tidy work areas and ensure materials and equipment are stored safely.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, tradespeople and other site personnel to meet project deadlines.
• Comply with PPE requirements and maintain a strong safety-first approach at all times.
• Undertake additional site duties as required to support project delivery.

On Offer

• Attractive hourly rate of $36 - $40 per hour + super + penalties.
• Opportunities for overtime and away work.

Required Qualifications:

• Current Australian Driver Licence.
• White Card (Construction Industry General Safety Induction).
• Relevant welding tickets or recognised welding qualifications (Second-Class Welder equivalent).
• Current and relevant high-risk work licences for the required site duties.
• Current Working at Heights certification and demonstrated experience working at heights above 11 metres.
• Previous experience in construction, industrial or maintenance environments as a labourer or Trade Assistant.
• Practical experience with welding, fabrication and general labouring tasks.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements, including fall protection.
• Ability to safely handle materials, tools and equipment.
• Physically fit and capable of performing demanding manual work.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to follow instructions.
• Reliable, hardworking and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Full Australian working rights.
• Experience on large-scale construction, mining or industrial projects.
• Additional relevant high-risk tickets, such as WP Class EWP, dogging, rigging or forklift, depending on project requirements.
• Experience working within permit-controlled environments and following site‑specific safety procedures.

About You

The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, good organisational skills and a safety-first attitude, with the ability to coordinate materials and equipment while working effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced construction environment.

If you have full Australian working rights, we encourage you to apply.