Mechanical Trades Assistant

Are you a talent looking to build business skills, gain experience, and take on exciting challenges? Grow your career with Trelleborg and start shaping the industry from the inside.

Who are we?

With over 1,500 employees, located in Europe, Turkey, Australia and China, Trelleborg Fluid Handling Solutions is a key supplier focusing on fluid handling technologies as well as material protection in demanding areas. 
The Trelleborg Fluid Handling team provides high performance solutions for oil and gas transfer, marine applications, fluid handling systems in the industrial applications and full material and equipment protection in the mining industry. 

About the role

We currently have multiple opportunities available for the role of Mechanical Trades Assistant to join our Mining manufacturing team in Welshpool WA.

Working hours are Monday - Friday 6am - 2pm or 5am - 1pm with overtime and possible weekend work available.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Ability to accurately markup materials or surfaces according to provided instructions.
• Proven experience as a Boilermaker/ Metal trade or Mechanical Trades Assistant, desirably in mining wear protection systems or related industry.
• Experience with reading and interpreting engineering drawings/specs.
• Utilize metal fabrication techniques (cutting, bending, welding, assembling) for high-quality component construction.
• Experience operating and maintaining workshop machinery/tools.
• Excellent attention to detail and craftsmanship for quality fabrication.
• Effective communication/interpersonal skills for team collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines.
• Ensure precise measurement/layout of components for proper fit and alignment.
• Conduct inspections/quality checks to verify compliance with design specs/standards.
• General housekeeping duties (when required)  
• Machine operation (when required) 

Benefits:

• Weekly pay + penalties 
• Ongoing long-term opportunities 
• Working within an experienced and supportive team
• Training and career progression for the right person
• Great work culture
• Free onsite parking 
• Regular employee wellness committee initiatives 
• Private health insurance employee discount available 

If you believe you fit the above criteria, please submit your application via the link below.

Please note, only applicants with the right to work in Australia need apply.