Workshop Trades Assistant

Vex Group Pty Ltd; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms and PPE provided

Job summary

Vex Group Pty Ltd in Mackay is seeking a Workshop Trade Assistant to support off-site workshop operations. The role involves assisting tradesmen with fabrication and maintenance, handling hand and power tools, and ensuring a clean, well-stocked workspace. Immediate start available and a Monday-to-Friday, 10-hour day roster.

A Forklift Licence is highly desirable. Join a local, family-oriented team delivering mechanical and structural support solutions to mining, manufacturing and construction

Qualifications

• Previous experience in engineering, fabrication, or mechanical workshop.
• Experience using hand and power tools.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Cleanliness, organisation, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assisting tradesmen with fabrication, assembly, maintenance, and general workshop tasks.
• Operating hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
• Loading and unloading trucks and assisting with deliveries.
• Collecting materials, orders, and supplies from around Mackay.
• Keeping the workshop clean, tidy, organised and well stocked.
• Assisting with the movement, preparation and storage of materials and equipment.
• Following all workplace health and safety procedures.
• Maintaining a high standard of housekeeping and presentation.
• Supporting the workshop team to ensure jobs are completed efficiently and on time.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Willingness to learn

Independent and team work

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Mackay, QLD | Monday to Friday | 10-hour days | Immediate Start Available

VEX is seeking a Workshop Trade Assistant to join our Mackay team and support our off-site workshop operations.

VEX specialises in structural fabrication, mechanical overhauls, and the delivery of design and engineering solutions to the mining industry. We are a local, family-oriented company that takes pride in our people, our workmanship, and the quality of service we provide to our clients.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting tradesmen with fabrication, assembly, maintenance, and general workshop tasks
• Operating hand and power tools safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading trucks and assisting with deliveries
• Collecting materials, orders, and supplies from around Mackay
• Keeping the workshop clean, tidy, organised and well stocked
• Assisting with the movement, preparation and storage of materials and equipment
• Following all workplace health and safety procedures
• Maintaining a high standard of housekeeping and presentation
• Supporting the workshop team to ensure jobs are completed efficiently and on time

DESIRED REQUIREMENTS

We are looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience working in an engineering, fabrication, or mechanical workshop
• Experience using hand and power tools
• A strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• A genuine focus on cleanliness, organisation, and attention to detail
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• A positive attitude and willingness to help wherever needed
• A current Forklift Licence is highly desirable

You don't need to know everything. We're looking for someone who is reliable, hands-on, willing to learn and takes pride in doing a good job.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Monday to Friday roster
• Uniforms and PPE provided
• Opportunity to develop your skills and experience within a growing local company
• Supportive, family-oriented team environment

ABOUT VEX

VEX is a locally owned and family-oriented Mackay company that believes in putting our people first.

Our aim is to bring the right people and services together to deliver reliable mechanical and structural support solutions to our trusted clients.

We work across multiple industries throughout Queensland, including Mining, Manufacturing, Construction and Government projects.

If you're reliable, practical, willing to get your hands dirty and looking for a long-term opportunity with a local company, we'd love to hear from you.