Trades Assistant
Saunders International |Competitive rates
Reliable worker looking for solid site work? Support our trades teams with hands-on tasks. Good place to learn from experienced tradies or keep your skills sharp.
About the Role
We need a Trades Assistant to keep our projects running smoothly. You'll be the extra pair of hands that helps our boilermakers, welders, and other trades get the job done right and on time.
This is straightforward work – setting up tools, keeping sites clean and organised, doing sentry duties, and jumping in wherever the team needs you. You'll work alongside experienced tradies on tank fabrication projects.
What You'll Be Doing
- Helping qualified trades with their daily tasks
- Setting up and packing down tools and equipment
- General site housekeeping and cleaning
- Sentry duties for confined space and work at heights
- Operating forklifts or EWPs if you've got the tickets
- Whatever else needs doing to keep the job moving
What You'll Need
Must-haves:
- C Class driver's license
- White Card or Blue Card
- Work at Heights ticket (RIIWHS204E)
- Confined Space ticket (RIIWHS202E)
- Able to use hand tools and power tools safely
- Team player who can communicate well
- Physically fit – this is hands-on work
Bonus points for:
- Tank building experience
- Forklift or telehandler ticket
- Rigging license (any level)
- Good problem-solving skills
Why Work With Us?
- Learn from the best – work alongside skilled tradies who know their stuff
- Clear direction – you'll know exactly what's expected
- Honest feedback – regular check-ins on how you're tracking
- Room to move – opportunities to upskill and develop
- Decent crew – we look after each other on site
- Safety matters – proper procedures, no shortcuts
Ready to Apply?
If you're reliable, safety-conscious, and want steady work with a good crew, hit apply. Simple as that.
Saunders International is an equal opportunity employer committed to a safe and inclusive workplace.