Trade Assistant

NGARE EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS PTY LTD; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Great location

Staff meat sales

Friday BBQs

Onsite physio

Rewards program

Friendly maintenance team

Job summary

BE Campbell in Wetherill Park is seeking a practical Trade Assistant to join our Maintenance & Engineering team in a fast-paced FMCG environment. You will work alongside licensed tradespeople, supporting maintenance activities, safety procedures and site improvements.

The role develops practical skills through hands-on tasks, preventive and corrective maintenance, and participation in projects, while adhering to WHS, GMP and HACCP standards in a food manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Trade Assistant, facilities maintenance, construction or industrial maintenance role.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and confidence using hand and power tools.
• Strong focus on safety, organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a food manufacturing environment and comply with hygiene requirements.
• Good communication skills and a proactive approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Support electricians, fitters and contractors with day to day maintenance and site activities.
• Assist with preventative, corrective and breakdown maintenance in line with CMMS schedules.
• Conduct routine site and safety inspections, escalating defects and hazards as required.
• Complete general repairs, minor component replacements and upkeep of facilities.
• Assist with site projects, shutdowns and equipment installations.
• Follow WHS, GMP and HACCP requirements, including lock‑out/tag‑out and permit‑to‑work processes under supervision.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards across plant and maintenance areas.
• Manage tools, materials, spare parts and waste in line with site procedures.
• Actively participate in 5S, continuous improvement and root cause analysis activities.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Mechanical aptitude

Safety focused

Communication

Tools

CMMS

Job description

• Opportunity to build skills in a large FMCG manufacturing environment
• Supportive, safety focused team with development and career progression

We’re on the lookout for a Trade Assistant to join our supportive and close‑knit Maintenance & Engineering team based at Wetherill Park.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Trade Assistant or someone with hands‑on building and facilities maintenance, or construction exposure who is keen to build their career in an industrial FMCG environment. You’ll work alongside licensed tradespeople and contractors, contributing to the safe, reliable and efficient operation of our site facilities and plant.

Reporting to the Group Facilities Manager, you’ll play a key role in maintaining building, site and infrastructure standards while developing valuable practical skills in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

What you’ll be doing

In this hands on role, you will:

• Support electricians, fitters and contractors with day to day maintenance and site activities
• Assist with preventative, corrective and breakdown maintenance in line with CMMS schedules
• Conduct routine site and safety inspections, escalating defects and hazards as required
• Complete general repairs, minor component replacements and upkeep of facilities
• Assist with site projects, shutdowns and equipment installations
• Follow WHS, GMP and HACCP requirements, including lock‑out/tag‑out and permit‑to‑work processes under supervision
• Maintain high housekeeping standards across plant and maintenance areas
• Manage tools, materials, spare parts and waste in line with site procedures
• Actively participate in 5S, continuous improvement and root cause analysis activities

About Us

Established in 1969, BE Campbell is one of Australia's largest family-owned meat processors, supplying major retailers, foodservice customers and export markets. With over 600 employees across two Western Sydney sites, we are driven by our purpose of enriching lives through wholesome food and pride ourselves on our family-based, inclusive culture.

About you

You’re a practical, reliable team player who enjoys being hands‑on and working safely. You take pride in your work, communicate well with others and are keen to learn from experienced tradespeople.

To be successful, you’ll bring:

• Previous experience in a Trade Assistant, facilities maintenance, construction or industrial maintenance role
• Basic mechanical aptitude and confidence using hand and power tools
• Strong focus on safety, organisation and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a food manufacturing environment and comply with hygiene requirements
• Good communication skills and a proactive approach to work

What's on Offer

• Growth and development opportunities
• Great location
• Access to staff meat sales - huge discounts available
• Friday BBQs
• Onsite physio
• Reward and recognition program
• A friendly and welcoming Maintenance team