Trade Assistant - Mechanical & Electrical (Permanent, Relocation)

Service Stream; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Service Stream in Brisbane is seeking a Trade Assistant (Mechanical and/or Electrical) to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. You will work alongside qualified tradespeople to maintain water and wastewater infrastructure, contributing to reliable community services.

This hands-on role offers varied duties, including maintenance, warehouse support, procurement, and after-hours work when required. We value safety, training, and opportunities to progress within the utilities industry.

Qualifications

• Current HR or MR Driver Licence required.
• Experience as Trade Assistant or in maintenance roles.
• Ability to work safely in industrial environments.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with willingness to train.
• After-hours availability as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified tradespeople with maintenance activities.
• Support reactive, corrective and scheduled maintenance programs.
• Operate plant, equipment and vehicles safely.
• Maintain records and data entry for maintenance tasks.
• Assist with deliveries, stores, procurement and warehouse activities.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders on operational activities.
• Promote safe work practices and participate in improvement initiatives.
• Support installation, repair and upgrades on water assets.
• Participate in after-hours works and emergency response.
• Learn from experienced trades and develop industry skills.

Skills

HR or MR Driver Licence

Trade Assistant experience

Safety conscious

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

After-hours flexibility

Water/Utilities industry experience

HIAB trucks experience

Confined Space Entry

JSEA/HSE documentation

Asset maintenance knowledge

Education

National High Risk Work Licence

Confined Space Entry certification

Tools

HIAB trucks

Job description

Service Stream in Brisbane is seeking a Trade Assistant (Mechanical and/or Electrical) to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. You will work alongside qualified tradespeople to maintain water and wastewater infrastructure, contributing to reliable community services.

This hands-on role offers varied duties, including maintenance, warehouse support, procurement, and after-hours work when required. We value safety, training, and opportunities to progress within the utilities industry.