TRADE ASSISTANT / ASSEMBLY FITTER

Flowcrete; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowcrete Group Pty Ltd is seeking a Trade Assistant / Assembly Fitter to join our manufacturing team at our Mount Kuring-Gai facility, NSW. This full-time role involves assembling, fitting, and preparing products for the production team in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.

You will work with hand tools and light machinery, follow technical drawings and work instructions, assist with quality control and packaging, and support continuous improvement within the assembly department.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in similar work, manufacturing or a related trade environment.
• Proficiency with hand tools and basic mechanical assembly techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Ability to follow technical drawings, specifications and work instructions accurately.
• Good physical fitness and ability to work in a manufacturing environment for extended periods.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A current full driving licence would be advantageous.
• Relevant trade qualifications or certifications in assembly or fitting work preferred.
• Experience with quality control processes and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assembling and fitting components according to specifications and work instructions.
• Preparing products for quality control inspection and packaging.
• Operating hand tools and light machinery as required for assembly tasks.
• Following safety protocols and maintaining a clean and organised work area.
• Monitoring work for defects or inconsistencies and reporting issues to supervisors.
• Supporting experienced tradespeople and technicians on assigned projects.
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the assembly department.
• Assisting with inventory management and stock rotation.
• Maintaining accurate records of production activities as required.

Skills

Hand tools

Mechanical assembly

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reading drawings

Driving licence

Education

Trade qualifications or certifications in assembly or fitting

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

About the role

Flowcrete Group Pty Ltd is seeking a Trade Assistant / Assembly Fitter to join our manufacturing team on a full-time basis at our facility in Mount Kuring-Gai, NSW. Flowcrete Group Pty Ltd is an established supplier and manufacturer of concrete boom, line and trailer pumps to the concrete pumping industry.

This role is pivotal to our production operations, where you will be responsible for assembling, fitting, and preparing products for the production team. You will work within our assembly and process work environment, contributing directly to the quality and efficiency of our manufacturing team. This is a hands-on position that offers the opportunity to develop practical skills whilst working with a dedicated team in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Key responsibilities

Assembling and fitting components according to specifications and work instructions

Preparing products for quality control inspection and packaging

Operating hand tools and light machinery as required for assembly tasks

Following safety protocols and maintaining a clean and organised work area

Monitoring work for defects or inconsistencies and reporting issues to supervisors

Supporting experienced tradespeople and technicians on assigned projects

Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the assembly department

Assisting with inventory management and stock rotation

Maintaining accurate records of production activities as required

What we're looking for

Proven experience in similar work, manufacturing or a related trade environment

Proficiency with hand tools and basic mechanical assembly techniques

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards

Ability to follow technical drawings, specifications and work instructions accurately

Good physical fitness and ability to work in a manufacturing environment for extended periods

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Reliability and a strong work ethic

A current full driving licence would be advantageous

Relevant trade qualifications or certifications in assembly or fitting work preferred

Experience with quality control processes and safety compliance

What we offer

Working at Flowcrete Group Pty Ltd, you will benefit from employment with an established manufacturing organisation. We offer a competitive salary package, a supportive team environment, and opportunities to develop your trade skills. We provide on-the-job training where appropriate and encourage professional development.