Workshop Trades Assistant — Forklift Certified + Overtime

Rimex Wheel; Mount Isa City; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Private health cover after probation

Training and upskilling opportunities

Career development opportunities

Job summary

RIMEX Wheel Pty Ltd in Mt Isa, QLD is seeking a reliable Trades Assistant to join the workshop team. You will support tradespeople across a range of activities while upholding safety, quality and housekeeping standards.

This hands‑on role suits someone who enjoys practical work and wants to contribute to a global mining and resources leader. Applicants must have a current forklift licence and be available to work full-time Monday to Friday, with overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current Forklift Licence is essential.
• Experience in a workshop, manufacturing, mining or industrial environment is highly regarded.
• Confidence using hand and power tools.
• Practical, hands-on approach and willingness to learn.
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the role.

Responsibilities

• Assisting tradespeople with day-to-day workshop activities
• Operating hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Moving materials and equipment using a forklift
• Assisting with general fabrication and workshop tasks
• Supporting painting, blasting and preparation activities as required
• Performing manual handling and general workshop duties
• Maintaining tools, equipment and work areas
• Following RIMEX safety procedures and safe work practices
• Working collaboratively with the workshop team to meet operational requirements

Skills

Forklift licence

Hands-on

Teamwork

Safety oriented

Job description

RIMEX Wheel Pty Ltd in Mt Isa, QLD is seeking a reliable Trades Assistant to join the workshop team. You will support tradespeople across a range of activities while upholding safety, quality and housekeeping standards.

This hands‑on role suits someone who enjoys practical work and wants to contribute to a global mining and resources leader. Applicants must have a current forklift licence and be available to work full-time Monday to Friday, with overtime opportunities.