Trade Assistant / General Hand

Kaebel Leisure; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Casual loading

Superannuation

Hands-on workshop

Job summary

Kaebel Leisure, based in Beresfield (New South Wales), is seeking a casual Trade Assistant / Workshop All-Rounder to support its steel fabrication team. The role involves preparing, manufacturing and assembling components for playground equipment, with hands-on duties across fabrication, assembly and dispatch as needed.

Flexible, casual hours and an immediate start are offered. Ideal candidates enjoy practical work, have a forklift licence (preferred) and are comfortable using hand and power

Qualifications

• LF forklift licence preferred.
• Experience in steel fabrication, manufacturing, or workshop environments.
• Confidence using hand and power tools.
• Good mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions from tradespeople.

Responsibilities

• Assist steel fabrication team with material prep, cutting, drilling, grinding and fabrication.
• Prepare and handle steel components for manufacture and assembly.
• Operate hand and power tools and workshop equipment.
• Move materials and finished products using a forklift.
• Support general workshop projects, improvements and maintenance.

Skills

Forklift operation

Mechanical aptitude

Hand & power tools

Work independently

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Casual | Flexible hours available | Immediate start

Trade Assistant / Workshop All-Rounder

Kaebel Leisure | Beresfield, Newcastle NSW

Casual | Flexible hours available | Immediate start

About Us

Kaebel Leisure designs and manufactures innovative playground equipment, specialising in rope-based play structures for projects across Australia.

Based in Beresfield, we're a hands-on manufacturing business with a team covering everything from design and fabrication through to assembly and dispatch.

We're looking for a practical, reliable Trade Assistant / Workshop All-Rounder to join our team, primarily supporting our steel fabrication department.

About the Role

Your main responsibility will be assisting our steel fabrication team with the preparation, manufacture and assembly of components for our playground equipment.

You'll work alongside our experienced fabricators, helping keep jobs moving efficiently and ensuring materials and components are ready when needed.

When fabrication workloads allow, you'll also have the opportunity to assist with other practical tasks around the workshop.

Your duties may include:

• Assisting the steel fabrication team with material preparation, cutting, drilling, grinding and general fabrication activities.

• Preparing and handling steel components for manufacturing and assembly.

• Operating hand tools, power tools and workshop equipment appropriate to your experience and training.

• Moving materials and finished products using a forklift.

• Assisting with general workshop projects, improvements and maintenance.

• Helping assemble storage, shelving and workshop equipment.

• Supporting packing, assembly and dispatch during busy periods.

• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.

About You

We're looking for someone who enjoys practical work, is comfortable in a workshop environment and is happy to get involved wherever needed.

Ideally, you'll have:

• A current LF forklift licence and experience operating a forklift — strongly preferred.

• Experience in steel fabrication, manufacturing, engineering workshops or similar environments.

• Confidence using hand and power tools.

• Good mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills.

• The ability to work independently when needed and follow instructions from experienced tradespeople.

• A reliable, safety-conscious attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.

• Flexibility to assist with different tasks as priorities change.

A trade qualification isn't essential. We're more interested in your practical experience, attitude and willingness to learn.

Experience with fabrication equipment, basic welding or metalworking would be an advantage, but isn't essential.

Hours & Employment Arrangements

We're looking to fill a casual position with approximately 38 hours per week available, depending on operational requirements.

However, we're flexible for the right person. If you're an experienced worker looking for a few days a week, transitioning towards retirement, or simply seeking a different work-life balance, we'd be happy to discuss an arrangement that works for both parties.

The position is initially expected to run through February/March 2027, with potential for ongoing employment depending on business requirements and suitability.

What We Offer

• Flexible casual employment arrangements, with full-time equivalent hours available.

• A varied, hands-on role within an established Australian playground manufacturing business.

• The opportunity to work alongside experienced fabricators.

• A supportive, practical team and a well-equipped workshop.

• Hourly pay based on skills and experience, including casual loading, plus superannuation.