Trades Assistant

Asdam; Geelong; Hybrid; AUD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Friday finish

Defence Reservist Leave

Social club

Monthly BBQ

Overtime opportunities

Career development

Job summary

Marand Precision Engineering in Geelong is seeking a reliable Trades Assistant to support welders and machinists and ensure materials, equipment and work areas are prepared for production.

You will assist with a range of manufacturing activities, learn welding and machining exposure, and work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. The role offers overtime and a chance to grow in a high-growth industry.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and interest in manufacturing.
• Ability to follow instructions, procedures and safety requirements.
• Willingness to learn new skills and support experienced tradespeople.
• Good work ethic, reliability and a positive team attitude.
• Ability to work effectively in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and moving materials for production.
• Assisting welders and machinists with day-to-day tasks.
• Providing basic support with machines and equipment.
• Assisting with machine set-up and preparation.
• Preparing tools, materials and work areas.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised workplace.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

We are looking for a reliable and hands-on Trades Assistant to join our manufacturing team. This role will provide day-to-day support to our skilled welders and machinists, helping ensure materials, equipment and work areas are prepared and ready for production.

Job Description

About the role

Working alongside experienced tradespeople, you will assist with a range of manufacturing activities, including:

• Preparing and moving materials for production.
• Assisting welders and machinists with day-to-day tasks.
• Providing basic support with machines and equipment.
• Assisting with machine set-up and preparation.
• Preparing tools, materials and work areas.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised workplace.

About You

You will be a practical, reliable and motivated person who enjoys working with your hands and being part of a team. You will ideally have:

• Previous experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and an interest in manufacturing.
• The ability to follow instructions, procedures and safety requirements.
• A willingness to learn new skills and support experienced tradespeople.
• Good work ethic, reliability and a positive team attitude.
• The ability to work effectively in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their manufacturing skills and gain exposure to welding, machining and other areas of production.

Why work for Marand?

• We proudly support ADF Reserves with paid Defence Reservist Leave.
• Early Friday finish.
• Social club and monthly BBQ.
• Attractive hourly rates with the ability for overtime.
• Fantastic opportunity to grow and explore your career.
• Opportunities for further training and career development.
• Be part of an exciting, high-growth industry and work on meaningful projects

Desired Skills and Experience

About Marand Precision Engineering

Marand is a leading Australian engineering and manufacturing company that designs and builds complex equipment, tooling, and bespoke products for top-tier clients including Lockheed Martin, Boeing, BAE Systems, BHP and Rio Tinto.

We offer complete manufacturing solutions, from project management and design to installation, commissioning, ongoing support, and spare parts. Our team is known for successfully delivering complex technology transfers and supporting major defence and industrial programs both locally and internationally.

Join Marand and be part of a company that values innovation, quality, and your career growth — all while working on exciting projects that make a real impact.

Additional Requirements:
Due to the nature of our work and the requirements of our customers, all applicants may be required to hold Australian citizenship and need to meet ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) and/or EAR (Export Administration Regulations) compliance as part of employment eligibility.

Successful applicants may also be required to undergo a current police check, obtain a Commonwealth defence security clearance, and participate in random drug and alcohol screening as part of our commitment to safety and security.

We make employment decisions based on merit, and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

Please note that any correspondence in relation to your application will be sent from [e-mail] .