Trades Assistant - Shut Downs

WorkPac Group; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary negotiable

Ongoing shutdown work

Varied mine sites

Job summary

WorkPac Group is seeking Trade Assistants for shutdown maintenance roles within the mining sector in Queensland. You will support Boilermakers, Riggers and Mechanical Fitters on fixed plant during shutdowns. These opportunities offer ongoing shutdown work across multiple mine sites, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality workmanship.

Negotiable salary based on experience and qualifications. Applicants must have Standard 11, Coal Board Medical, Gas Monitor Training, Confined Spaces

Qualifications

• Previous Trade Assistant experience in a coal mining environment.
• Experience around fixed plant on a coal mine site.
• Valid and current Standard 11 and associated safety trainings.

Responsibilities

• Assist Boilermakers, Riggers and Mechanical Fitters with shutdown maintenance activities.
• Support planned and breakdown maintenance across fixed plant assets.
• Assist with equipment preparation, dismantling, repairs and general maintenance activities.
• Support rigging, lifting and material handling as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised work area; work as part of a coal mining team.

Skills

Trade Assistant experience

Coal mining environment

Team collaboration

Education

Standard 11

Coal Board Medical

Gas Monitor Training

Confined Spaces Training

Working at Heights

Permit Cluster Training

Job description

Trade Assistant – Shutdown Maintenance

About Our Client

Our client is a leading provider of maintenance services to the mining industry, delivering shutdown, planned and breakdown maintenance across various mine sites.

With a strong focus on safety, quality workmanship and reliability, they are seeking experienced Trade Assistants to join their team for ongoing shutdown maintenance work.

What You Will Be Doing

• Assisting Boilermakers, Riggers and Mechanical Fitters with shutdown maintenance activities
• Supporting planned and breakdown maintenance across fixed plant assets
• Assisting with equipment preparation, dismantling, repairs and general maintenance activities
• Supporting rigging, lifting and material handling activities as requiredAssisting tradespeople with tools, equipment and site preparationMaintaining a clean, safe and organised work areaWorking safely and effectively as part of a team in a coal mining environment

What You Will Need

• Previous Trade Assistant experience in a coal mining environment
• Demonstrated experience working around fixed plant on a coal mine site
• Current Standard 11
• Current Coal Board Medical
• Gas Monitor Training Certificate
• Confined Spaces Training Certificate
• Working at Heights Training Certificate
• Permit Cluster Training Certificate
• Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team during shutdowns
• Previous experience supporting Boilermakers, Riggers and/or Mechanical Fitters is essential

What's in it for you?

• Negotiable salary based on experience and qualifications
• Opportunity to work across various mine sites on shutdown maintenance
• Ongoing shutdown opportunities with a reputable mining maintenance provider
• Gain valuable experience across a variety of fixed plant and CHPP maintenance environments

EEO

At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.