Trade Assistant

Purpose of the position:

• works in accordance with standard operating procedures and established criteria

• works under direct supervision either individually or in a team environment
• understands and undertakes basic quality control/assurance procedures including the ability to recognise basic quality deviations/faults
• understands and utilises basic statistical process control procedures
• follows safe work practices and can report workplace hazards.

Qualifications:

• AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education 

 Experience:

• Minimum of 1-year experience in automation or manufacturing industry preferred but not essential.
• Experience in workshop machine operations (Manual or CNC) not required but desirable
• Previous experience with welding and cutting machine operation is highly beneficial

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

Machine assembly, testing, commissioning and installation

• studying drawings and specifications to determine suitable material, method and sequence of operations, and machine settings
• fitting fabricated metal parts into products and assembling metal parts and subassemblies to produce machines and equipment
• forming metal stock and castings to fine tolerances using machining tools to press, cut, grind, plane, bore and drill metal
• cutting, threading, bending and installing hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines
• may erect machines and equipment on-site

PERSONAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Proven ability to work independently and with others in a vibrant, team-orientated environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and experience, with the ability to accurately and effectively convey information to clients at all levels
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to manage and build relationships cross-culturally and at all levels, and rapidly establish rapport with internal and external stakeholders
• Self-motivated with a proactive and innovative approach to problem-solving
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and the ability to prioritise workloads with competing demands
• Strong work ethic with prioritisation, time-management and deadline achievement skills
• Willingness and ability to adapt to a constantly changing work environment including technological changes
• Be able to work with minimal supervision.

DESIRABLE SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• A current Australian Driver’s License
• Forklift or EWP licence
• First Aid Certificate
• White Card

HOW TO APPLY?

• Submit cover letter, current resume, and a 1-minute video detailing why we should consider your job application to info@mexx.com.au
• Shortlisted applicants will be contacted directly