trades assistant - mechanical fitter.
- lytton, queensland
- posted 2 days ago
- closes 18 july 2026
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- lytton, queensland
- AU$39.00 - AU$42.00 per hour, +OT and ongoing work
- temporary
- full-time
- job categoryconstruction, trades & mining
job details
Expereinced Trade Assistant - Mechanical Fitter
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Location: Lytton, QLD
Pay Rate: $39.00 - $42.00/hr + Overtime (OT)
Position Type: Full-time hours, Ongoing contract
Are you a skilled Trade Assistant looking for stable, ongoing work with great pay and plenty of overtime? We are seeking a reliable and proactive Trade Assistant to join our team in Lytton. You will be working alongside qualified tradespeople, gaining hands-on experience across a diverse range of mechanical and site tasks.
What You'll Be Doing
You will support qualified tradespeople with mechanical overhauls, component servicing, and general site duties. Your day-to-day tasks will include:
Mechanical Support: Assisting with disassembling components, replacing bearings, seals, and gaskets, checking alignment/rotor clearances, and performing functional performance testing.
Precision Work: Assisting with Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) to check for fatigue.
Tool Operation: Utilizing a wide variety of tools (including torque wrenches, impact guns, die grinders, gauges, calipers, and ultrasonic leak detectors).
Site & Safety Control: Spotting machinery/equipment, managing area control (barricading), and ensuring a clean, safe workspace.
Logistics: Handling material arrangement, equipment transportation, and ad hoc manual labor as required.
What We Are Looking For
Experience: Proven experience as a Trade Assistant, preferably within a mechanical, workshop, or heavy industrial environment.
Tool Literacy: Confident using a wide range of hand and power tools (spanners, torque wrenches, grinders, etc.).
Safety-First Mindset: Absolute commitment to safety. You must be able to read, understand, and sign on to SWMS/SOPs, and maintain sharp awareness of lifting loads and overhead works.
Reliability: Punctual, hard-working, and ready for consistent ongoing work.
🎯 Highly Desirable (Bonus Points)
Oil Refinery Experience: Previous experience working within an oil refinery or petrochemical environment is highly regarded and will move your application to the top of the pile!
Why Apply?
Top Rates: Highly competitive $39–$42/hr starting rate.
Boost Your Earnings: Regular overtime available to maximize your take-home pay.
Stability: Secure, ongoing work with a reputable team.
To Apply: If you have the right experience and a strong work ethic, click "APPLY NOW" or send through your updated resume.
OR you can send your resume to laia.vilarrubijimenez@randstad.com.au or call Laia - 0448 914 755
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
Expereinced Trade Assistant - Mechanical Fitter
...
Location: Lytton, QLD
Pay Rate: $39.00 - $42.00/hr + Overtime (OT)
Position Type: Full-time hours, Ongoing contract
Are you a skilled Trade Assistant looking for stable, ongoing work with great pay and plenty of overtime? We are seeking a reliable and proactive Trade Assistant to join our team in Lytton. You will be working alongside qualified tradespeople, gaining hands-on experience across a diverse range of mechanical and site tasks.
What You'll Be Doing
You will support qualified tradespeople with mechanical overhauls, component servicing, and general site duties. Your day-to-day tasks will include:
Mechanical Support: Assisting with disassembling components, replacing bearings, seals, and gaskets, checking alignment/rotor clearances, and performing functional performance testing.
Precision Work: Assisting with Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) to check for fatigue.
Tool Operation: Utilizing a wide variety of tools (including torque wrenches, impact guns, die grinders, gauges, calipers, and ultrasonic leak detectors).
Site & Safety Control: Spotting machinery/equipment, managing area control (barricading), and ensuring a clean, safe workspace.
Logistics: Handling material arrangement, equipment transportation, and ad hoc manual labor as required.
What We Are Looking For
Experience: Proven experience as a Trade Assistant, preferably within a mechanical, workshop, or heavy industrial environment.
Tool Literacy: Confident using a wide range of hand and power tools (spanners, torque wrenches, grinders, etc.).
Safety-First Mindset: Absolute commitment to safety. You must be able to read, understand, and sign on to SWMS/SOPs, and maintain sharp awareness of lifting loads and overhead works.
Reliability: Punctual, hard-working, and ready for consistent ongoing work.
🎯 Highly Desirable (Bonus Points)
Oil Refinery Experience: Previous experience working within an oil refinery or petrochemical environment is highly regarded and will move your application to the top of the pile!
Why Apply?
Top Rates: Highly competitive $39–$42/hr starting rate.
Boost Your Earnings: Regular overtime available to maximize your take-home pay.
Stability: Secure, ongoing work with a reputable team.
To Apply: If you have the right experience and a strong work ethic, click "APPLY NOW" or send through your updated resume.
OR you can send your resume to laia.vilarrubijimenez@randstad.com.au or call Laia - 0448 914 755
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
experience
2 yearsskills
Looking for an experienced Trades assistant - Mechanical Fitterqualifications
- Tickets: Confined Space
- Working at Heights & White Card required.
- Exp: Mechanical Trade Assistant background. Oil refinery experience highly regarded.
education
Primary School/Junior High
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