Trade Assistant

Georgiou Group; City Of Swan; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgiou Group, part of STRABAG SE, seeks an experienced Trade Assistant to join our Hazelmere workshop in WA. You’ll support our maintenance team to ensure earthmoving equipment, light vehicles, and plant are repaired to safety and quality standards for project delivery.

Based out of the Hazelmere workshop, you will assist Boilermakers and Mechanics, perform general workshop duties, and help with preventative maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Experience working around heavy mobile plant, construction, mining, or civil equipment is highly regarded.
• Requires a current manual HR license (HR desirable).
• HRWL – LF preferred.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced workshop environment.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist Boilermakers and Mechanics with maintenance and repair tasks.
• Carry out general workshop duties, including cleaning and housekeeping.
• Machinery pressure cleaning and detailing.
• Support fabrication, welding, grinding, and fitting activities as directed.
• Prepare tools, equipment, and materials required for maintenance works.
• Assist with servicing and repairing heavy plant and machinery.
• Operate hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Perform parts cleaning, component preparation, and basic mechanical tasks.
• Assist with plant inspections and preventative maintenance activities.
• Load, unload, and move materials and equipment around the workshop and yard.
• Maintain accurate records and complete required documentation.

Skills

Previous experience in a similar role

Experience around heavy mobile plant &

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Willingness to learn

Job description

Why Join Georgiou – A STRABAG company.

Georgiou are currently seeking an experienced Trade Assistant to join our plant maintenance team, supporting civil construction operations in our Hazelmere workshop.

At Georgiou - now proudly part of STRABAG SE, one of Europe’s largest construction technology groups - you’ll join a business where local expertise meets global opportunity.

For nearly 50 years, we’ve built Australia’s infrastructure and our reputation for being the best people to work with.

With Georgiou’s local knowledge and experience and STRABAG’s forward-thinking innovation, we’re delivering projects that connect communities, develop people and set new industry benchmarks, all while staying true to the culture and values that make Georgiou unique.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Build impact that lasts – support delivery of major civil infrastructure projects across WA
• Grow without limits – access training, mentoring and career pathways, including Caterpillar post-trade opportunities
• Flexibility that works for you – metro-based role with strong work-life balance and flexibility
• Belong and be supported – well-resourced maintenance team with supportive leadership
• A culture that cares – guided by our values of Care, Integrity and Excellence
• Reward for your work – competitive hourly rates and access to Georgiou Perks

About the role:

Based out of our modern Hazelmere workshop, you will support our maintenance team to ensure that earthmoving equipment, light vehicles, plant and infrastructure are repaired and maintained to the required standard of safety, quality and reliability for the efficient running of plant services for our projects.

What you’ll be doing:

• Assist Boilermakers and Mechanics with maintenance and repair tasks
• Carry out general workshop duties, including cleaning and housekeeping
• Machinery Pressure cleaning and Washing and Detailing
• Support fabrication, welding, grinding, and fitting activities as directed
• Prepare tools, equipment, and materials required for maintenance works
• Assist with servicing and repairing heavy plant and machinery
• Operate hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Perform parts cleaning, component preparation, and basic mechanical tasks
• Assist with plant inspections and preventative maintenance activities
• Load, unload, and move materials and equipment around the workshop and yard
• Maintain accurate records and complete required documentation
• Adhere to all safety procedures, policies, and workplace standards

Your skills and experience:

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Experience working around heavy mobile plant, construction, mining, or civil equipment is highly regarded
• Current Driver's Licence – Manual and HR Desirable
• HRWL – LF preferred
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced workshop environment
• Strong work ethic with a willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

If you enjoy working across heavy equipment and are looking to build a career in the plant maintenance industry, we want to hear from you.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team:

We welcome applicants of all cultures, backgrounds and identities; people with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and current or former members of the Australian Defence Force, including veterans and reservists. We are proud to be endorsed by Work 180 as a great place for women to work.