Trade Assistant

Synergie Group; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent employment after qualifying,

On-the-job training

Competitive pay and overtime possible

Job summary

Synergie Australia is seeking experienced Trade Assistants to join a team in Edinburgh North on a modular building site. You will support roofing, cladding and general building tasks, working with a skilled crew to deliver quality outcomes.

Start mid-November 2026 with a 6:30am–3:00pm shift, Monday to Friday, with overtime and potential permanency after a qualifying period. Competitive hourly rate of $38.12 plus penalties and safety-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Have previous experience in construction/building or as a Trade Assistant (modular building experience highly regarded)
• Possess skills in roofing, cladding, carpentry, or sheet metal (bonus but not essential)
• Be willing to undergo and pass a full functional medical assessment including drug & alcohol screening

Responsibilities

• Assist with roofing, cladding, and general building tasks
• Carry out gyprocking, plasterboard fixing, and fit-outs
• Support steel frame construction and sheet metal work
• Perform general maintenance and construction assistance
• Ensure all work is performed safely and to quality standards

Skills

Roofing

Cladding

Carpentry

Sheet Metal

General Construction

Job description

Are you an experienced Trade Assistant looking for an exciting opportunity in the construction industry? Look no further! We are currently hiring Skilled Trade Assistants to join a team in Edinburgh North!

We think outside the box by redefining recruitment. Through long-term partnerships, we connect the right peoplewith the right opportunities to shape careers and drive change in Australia and beyond.

Synergie Australia is seeking Trade Assistants for our client in the modular building industry located in Edinburgh North.

The important parts:

• Start Date: Expected mid-November 2026
• Christmas Period: Work is expected to continue through the Christmas period, excluding public holidays. Candidates must be available to work during this time.
• Shift: Monday – Friday, 6:30am – 3:00pm, with possible overtime
• Pay Rate: $38.12 per hour plus penalties, with higher rates for Trade Qualified candidates
• Opportunities for permanency following a qualifying period

What you will be required to do:

As a Trade Assistant, you will support the construction and assembly of modular buildings, working alongside a skilled team to ensure projects are completed to the highest standard.

• Assist with roofing, cladding, and general building tasks
• Carry out gyprocking, plasterboard fixing, andfit-outs
• Support steel frame construction and sheet metal work
• Perform general maintenance and construction assistance
• Ensure all work is performed safely and to quality standards

To be successful in the role you will:

• Have previous experience in construction/building or as a Trade Assistant (modular building experience highly regarded)
• Possess skills in roofing, cladding, carpentry, or sheet metal (bonus but not essential)
• Be willing to undergo and pass a full functional medical assessment including drug & alcohol screening
• Have full working rights in Australia
• Have access to reliable transport and ability to get to work
• Demonstrate a positive attitude towards safety and its importance in every role

What’s on offer for you:

• Exciting opportunity to work on innovative modular building projects
• Potential for permanent employment after a qualifying period
• A collaborative and supportive team environment with on-the-job training

Synergie Australia delivers a full 360º recruitment solution, consisting of temporary and permanent recruitment services, and more. Safety is of the highest priority, and Synergie Australia prides itself on fostering a culture that champions guidance and care in the workforce. Beyond recruitment, Synergie Australia is motivated to improve everyday standards within the working landscape so people can thrive today, and in the future. This approach delivers real change to communities by improving workplaces, local economies, inequalities, and changes to the climate. If you aspire for better, let’s work together.