Trade Assistant - Glazing Division

O'Brien Glass Industries Limited; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Weekly pay

Annual leave

Job summary

O’Brien Glass Industries Limited in Darra, QLD is seeking a hands-on Trade Assistant to support our glaziers on-site. You’ll assist with job prep, site work, glass handling, and delivering materials while maintaining safety.

You’ll be part of a respected national brand with opportunities for overtime, weekly pay, and future pathways to an Apprenticeship. This role values reliability, teamwork and a safety-first mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience lifting/moving glass panels or glazing techniques (highly regarded).
• Hands-on experience using hand tools and basic power tools.
• Current Driver's Licence and own reliable transport; ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support Glaziers on-site and with contractor glaziers.
• Perform general labouring and assist with lifting glass panels.
• Operate hand and power tools and maintain tidy worksites.
• Ensure glass and equipment are safely delivered to site and staged for use.
• Follow safety procedures and site requirements with minimal supervision.

Skills

Glazing handling

Teamwork

Numeracy

Clear communication

Physical fitness

Hand tools

Power tools

Australian work rights

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Are you wanting to work for an organisation that values their people, invests in communities and has a commitment to our environment? Do you share a passion for maintaining a continual focus on Making a Difference with Real Care to customers and employees? If this sounds like you, then we have your next opportunity.

Trade Assistant – Glazing | Darra QLD

Join an iconic Australian brand and build your trade career. We’re seeking a reliable, hands‑on Trade Assistant to support our Glaziers with job preparation, site work, glass delivery and clean‑up. This is a great opportunity to step into a stable role with long‑term potential!

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Full‑time hours + overtime available
• $36.45 per hour + super
• Weekly pay + penalty rates
• Ability to accrue annual leave
• Supportive, experienced and collaborative team
• Pathways to an Apprenticeship or Adult Apprenticeship
• Work with a respected national brand

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting Glaziers and Contractor Glaziers on-site
• General labouring, including team lifts of glass panels
• Operating hand and power tools
• Preparing, maintaining and cleaning worksites
• Ensuring glass and equipment are safely delivered to site
• Completing tasks with minimal supervision
• Following all safety procedures and site requirements

What You Bring

• Experience lifting/moving glass panels or glazing techniques (highly regarded)
• Hands‑on experience using hand tools and basic power tools
• Current Drivers Licence and own reliable transport
• Ability to follow instructions and work well in a team
• Strong numeracy and clear communication skills
• Basic computer skills to order and process goods
• A safety‑first mindset and reliable work ethic
• Full Australian work rights
• Ability to undertake and pass a pre‑employment medical

Ready to Step Into Your Next Opportunity?

If you’re motivated, physically capable and keen to support a busy Glazing team, we’d love to hear from you.

If you meet the above criteria and you’re seeking a rewarding career with a nationally recognised household brand, then we would love to hear from you.

At O'Brien®, we put our customer at the heart of everything that we do, serving more than 360,000 customers each year, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. O'Brien is also part of Belron®, worldwide leader in vehicle glass repair, replacement and recalibration services, operating in 40 countries across 6 continents.

O'Brien® does not accept unsolicited resumes or outreach from recruiting agencies. Absent a signed agreement and approval from O'Brien® to submit candidates to a specific requisition, we will not approve payment to any third party.

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Founded in February 1924 by Frank G. O’Brien on Allen Street, Waterloo, O’Brien® began as a silvering business with a strong commitment to customer satisfaction and employee well‑being. Over the years, we’ve grown to become Australia’s leading vehicle glass repair and replacement company. Today, O’Brien® operates nationwide, offering a wide range of automotive care products and services to both retail and wholesale customers. Each year, we serve over 360,000 motorists, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Our expertise extends beyond vehicles – since 1924, O’Brien® has also been a trusted provider of quality glass products and services for Australian homes and businesses. Our tailored glazing solutions are designed to meet the unique needs of every customer.

In 2018 O'Brien® and Laser & Electrical Plumbing untied their expertise, giving rise to O'Brien Plumbing and Electrical enabling O'Brien® to offer a complete range of a complete range of products and services across Australia. O'Brien® is also part of Belron®, a global leader in vehicle glass repair, replacement, and recalibration, operating in over 40 countries across 6 continents.

At O'Brien®, we put our customer at the heart of everything that we do, maintaining a continual focus on Making a Difference with Real Care to our customers and employees.