Trades Assistant: Hands‑On Fabrication & Workshop

TFG Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

TFG Group is seeking a reliable Trades Assistant to join our Smithfield workshop in Sydney. You will support experienced tradespeople fabricating stainless-steel pipework, tubes and tanks for data centre, wastewater, and food and beverage projects.

This hands-on role offers variety and the chance to build practical skills while working on quality fabrication projects. A safety-focused, team-oriented mindset and a Class C driver’s licence are essential; forklift experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a workshop, trades, labouring or manufacturing environment.
• Confidence using basic hand and power tools.
• The ability to follow instructions and work well within a team.
• A strong focus on safety and quality workmanship.
• A current driver's licence (Class C) is essential.
• A current high risk forklift licence is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assisting tradespeople with general fabrication and workshop tasks.
• Using hand and power tools for grinding, drilling, cleaning welds and material preparation.
• Handling materials and assisting with deliveries and collections.
• Keeping the workshop, tools and equipment clean, safe and organised.
• Supporting the team with general labouring and site work when required.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Hand and power tools

Follow instructions

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Forklift

Job description

TFG Group is seeking a reliable Trades Assistant to join our Smithfield workshop in Sydney. You will support experienced tradespeople fabricating stainless-steel pipework, tubes and tanks for data centre, wastewater, and food and beverage projects.

This hands-on role offers variety and the chance to build practical skills while working on quality fabrication projects. A safety-focused, team-oriented mindset and a Class C driver’s licence are essential; forklift experience is advantageous.