Versatile Workshop Technician (Casual)

Form Imagination; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Form Imagination’s Ballarat workshop seeks a reliable, hands-on Workshop Assistant on a casual basis to support timber, steel, fabric or scenic tasks. The role is project-based with hours varying to match production schedules, and you’ll join a flexible, multi-disciplinary team.

You’ll help with construction, preparation and finishing of set components, operate hand and power tools, and maintain a safe, tidy workspace while learning across departments.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in a workshop, fabrication, event, exhibition, theatre or construction environment.
• Comfortable with physical work, including lifting and manual handling.
• Able to take direction and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work efficiently.
• Willingness to learn new skills across departments.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the construction, preparation and finishing of set and installation components
• Cutting, sanding, gluing, painting and texturing across timber, metal, fabric, foam and plastics
• Keeping the workshop clean, safe and organised, including daily tidying, tool storage and workspace resets
• Preparing tools and materials for each day and reporting shortages or damage
• Loading and unloading materials and finished builds
• Going on scheduled drives for deliveries and pick-ups

Skills

Workshop experience

Fabrication

Multidisciplinary work

Manual handling

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Form Imagination’s Ballarat workshop seeks a reliable, hands-on Workshop Assistant on a casual basis to support timber, steel, fabric or scenic tasks. The role is project-based with hours varying to match production schedules, and you’ll join a flexible, multi-disciplinary team.

You’ll help with construction, preparation and finishing of set components, operate hand and power tools, and maintain a safe, tidy workspace while learning across departments.