Trade Assistant: Steel Fabrication & Hands-On Training

Lead Group Consultancy; Queanbeyan-Palerang; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lead Group Consultancy is seeking a Trade Assistant for a busy steel fabrication workshop just outside Canberra. This full-time wages position offers hands‑on training and a clear path for long-term career development in the industry.

You will support qualified tradespeople, help operate and set up workshop machinery, prepare and move materials, and maintain a safe, organized work environment while learning diverse fabrication processes.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a workshop, manufacturing, warehouse or hands-on environment is beneficial.
• Comfortable undertaking a variety of physical tasks.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong awareness of workplace safety.
• Previous steel fabrication experience is not essential; willingness to learn is valued.

Responsibilities

• Assisting qualified tradespeople with fabrication activities.
• Operating and assisting with workshop machinery and equipment following appropriate training.
• Preparing, moving and organising materials.
• Picking, packing and general warehouse duties.
• Loading and unloading materials where appropriately trained or licensed.
• General workshop cleaning and maintenance.
• Supporting day-to-day production activities.
• Maintaining a safe and organised working environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Physical stamina

Tools

Workshop machinery

Job description

Lead Group Consultancy is seeking a Trade Assistant for a busy steel fabrication workshop just outside Canberra. This full-time wages position offers hands‑on training and a clear path for long-term career development in the industry.

You will support qualified tradespeople, help operate and set up workshop machinery, prepare and move materials, and maintain a safe, organized work environment while learning diverse fabrication processes.