Trades Assistant – Afternoon Shift (Workshop & Chrome)

Haynes People; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Afternoon shift rates

Permanent full-time

Double-time overtime

Private health insurance discounts

Income protection

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Sime Darby Group backing

Job summary

Austchrome, based in Mackay, is seeking a dedicated Trades Assistant to support our tradespeople in the workshop on afternoon shifts. This hands-on role involves assisting with assembly, maintenance, and a range of essential tasks to keep operations running smoothly.

You will work in a safety-conscious team, learn workshop machinery, and contribute to quality checks while maintaining a clean, organised workspace. We offer a stable full-time position with competitive pay and shift benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Trades Assistant or labourer in a workshop or industrial setting.
• Positive, team-focused attitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong attention to detail and effective communication.
• Commitment to safety and ability to follow clear instructions.
• Able to complete pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the assembly and disassembly of hydraulic cylinders and mechanical components.
• Operate chrome stripping and chroming tanks.
• Perform chrome and HVOF polishing processes.
• Operate HVOF and ARC spray rooms.
• Perform painting and sandblasting tasks.
• Carry out general logistic and warehouse duties.
• Clean, flush, dress, and polish parts.
• Carry out measurement and quality checks on components.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workspace.
• Learn and operate workshop machinery and tooling as required.

Skills

Trades Assistant experience

Team-oriented

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Safety focus

Job description

Austchrome, based in Mackay, is seeking a dedicated Trades Assistant to support our tradespeople in the workshop on afternoon shifts. This hands-on role involves assisting with assembly, maintenance, and a range of essential tasks to keep operations running smoothly.

You will work in a safety-conscious team, learn workshop machinery, and contribute to quality checks while maintaining a clean, organised workspace. We offer a stable full-time position with competitive pay and shift benefits.