At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist with lift installations, site prep, and material handling across multiple sites.
- Company: Next Level Elevators, a fast-growing player in the residential elevator industry.
- Benefits: Full-time role, hands-on training, and clear career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Work at heights and gain exposure to diverse lift installation projects.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and build a rewarding career in the lift industry.
- Qualifications: Reliability, safety-consciousness, and willingness to learn; trade experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Next Level Elevators is a fast-growing business in the residential elevator industry, and we're looking for a reliable, hands-on Lift Trade Assistant to join our Victorian installation team. Working across multiple sites, you'll support our Lift Installers, Site Supervisors and Project Managers with everything from site preparation and material handling to assisting with the installation, removal and upgrade of passenger lifts, platform lifts and home lifts. This is a physical, varied role suited to someone who enjoys working with their hands, being part of a team and getting the job done. For the right person, there is a clear pathway to progress into a Lift Installer/Mechanic role.
What You'll Be Doing
- Assist lift installers across multiple sites
- Prepare and organise sites, tools, equipment and materials ahead of installations
- Load, unload, move and position lift components and equipment
- Assist installers with components including car frames, guide rails, doors, counterweights and control equipment
- Support basic mechanical and electrical tasks under the direction of licensed installers
- Assist with testing, fault-finding and commissioning as directed
- Keep work sites clean, safe and well organised
- Complete job sheets, timesheets and other required records
- Work closely with installers, Site Supervisors and Project Managers to keep jobs moving safely and on schedule
About You
We're looking for someone who is reliable, safety-conscious and comfortable with a physically demanding role. You’ll ideally have:
- Previous experience as a Trade Assistant, labourer or in a similar hands-on role
- Construction or lift industry experience – highly regarded but not essential
- Experience with manual handling and repeated heavy lifting
- Confidence using hand and power tools
- A good understanding of site safety and WHS requirements
- A current White Card
- A current driver's licence
- A willingness to travel between sites
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
- The ability to follow instructions, work well in a team and take pride in your work
- A trade background or qualification would be highly regarded. Working at Heights and First Aid certificates are also desirable.
Please note that this role involves working at heights and in lift shafts, including lift pits and hoistways.
What We Offer
- Full-time opportunity with a growing Australian lift company
- Hands-on training and support from experienced installers
- Exposure to a range of residential lift installation projects
- Support with on-the-job training and ticket renewals
- Clear career pathway to Lift Installer/Mechanic and beyond
- Supportive team environment with genuine opportunities to develop your skills
If you're practical, reliable and keen to build a career in the lift industry, we'd like to hear from you.
Lift Trade Assistant in Melbourne employer: Next Level Elevators Pty Ltd
Next Level Elevators is an exceptional employer that values its employees by fostering a supportive and dynamic work culture in Rosebery. With a focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills while being part of a collaborative team that prioritises customer satisfaction and operational excellence. Enjoy a varied role with a strong emphasis on teamwork and ownership, all within a thriving Australian business environment.
Contact Details:
Next Level Elevators Pty Ltd Recruitment Team
