Trades assistant

Costa Group; South Australia; On-site; AUD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mushroom Exchange in Australia is seeking a Trades Assistant to support the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment, with focus on picking trolleys and plant infrastructure. Reporting to the Engineering and Reliability Manager, this hands-on role emphasizes safety and uptime.

You will perform preventive maintenance, assist with fault diagnosis, welding, lubrication, and maintain records in the MEX system. A proactive approach, teamwork, and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance experience is required.
• Proactive approach and safety-focused mindset.
• Ability to follow instructions and work with a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repair of equipment.
• Carry out welding, lubrication, and mechanical adjustments.
• Perform preventive maintenance on machinery.
• Maintain service records in the MEX system.
• Report maintenance needs to the Maintenance Manager.
• Keep a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance experience

Safety-conscious approach

Teamwork and communication

Ability to follow instructions

Education

Trade qualifications

Welding proficiency

Tools

MEX maintenance system

Job description

Here at Mushroom Exchange, weare dedicated to growing the highest quality mushrooms. We are currentlyseeking a Trades assistant to work on the day shift.

Aboutthe role:

Reportingto the Engineering and Reliability Manager, this hands-on role is responsiblefor supporting the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment, with a focuson picking trolleys and general plant infrastructure. The Trades Assistantworks closely with the broader Engineering and Reliability team to ensuremachinery and tools are operating safely, efficiently, an d with minimaldowntime.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist in maintenance, fault diagnosis, andrepair of picking trolleys, mechanical equipment and machinery.
• Carry out welding, lubrication, andmechanical adjustments as required.
• Carry Out Preventive Maintenance activities for equipment andmachinery.
• Maintain accurate service and equipmentrecords in the MEX system.
• Report all maintenance requirements andmaterials needed to the Maintenance Manager.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and organised workarea, and follow all company safety standards.
• Participatingin training, development, and continuous improvement initiatives.

About you:

Tobe successful in this role, you will bring hands-on maintenance experience, aptitudefor learning and implementing mechanical trade skills, a proactive approach,and a commitment to high safety and quality standards.

We are looking for someone with:

• Previous experience in a mechanical ormaintenance role beneficial.
• Trade qualifications and weldingproficiency beneficial.
• Demonstrated ability to follow instructionsand maintain clear communication with team members.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, andcontinuous improvement.
• Experience with MEX or similar maintenancesystems is an advantage.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-makingskills under pressure.
• High attention to safety, quality, andenvironmental standards.
• Aproactive and accountable approach to work.