Trades Assistant
Trade · Perth, Australia · Full-Time · $80,000/yr
An industrial repair business that is growing in Western Australia has an opening for a Workshop Trades Assistant. The qualities that matter most are a good attitude, dependability and a practical, hands-on approach.
You will be paired with experienced technicians and gain exposure to electric motors, pumps, generators and rotating equipment. Along the way you can pick up Australian industry experience and develop useful mechanical and workshop skills, turning practical ability into a long-term workshop career.
If you are working in Dubai, Doha or Riyadh and considering your next move to Australia, this is a solid starting point.
Key Responsibilities
- Back up experienced tradespeople across workshop activities, including repairs, equipment preparation and general organisation of the workshop
- Strip down motors, pumps and other rotating equipment under supervision, then clean and prepare the components for repair
- Shift heavy equipment around the workshop and load or unload equipment and materials
- Prepare pallets and help with packing
- Handle local pickups and deliveries
- Keep tools and work areas in good order, following all safety requirements and instructions
- Develop your understanding of industrial motors, pumps and generators
Requirements & Eligibility
- A practical, mechanically minded person who is comfortable using tools and physically capable of hands-on workshop duties
- Previous workshop or mechanical experience preferred, and experience in electrical, pump, maintenance, mining or industrial environments advantageous
- Punctual and dependable
- Keen to learn from experienced tradespeople while also able to work with minimal supervision
- Good teamwork and communication skills, with a safety-conscious approach
- Manual driver's licence
- Forklift licence preferred
- Employment and skills history that can be verified
- Eligible for Australian sponsorship and able to meet applicable work visa requirements
Apply: jobs@emiratesprime.ae · WhatsApp