At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist tradespeople with hands-on construction tasks and site activities.
- Company: Join a supportive team in Canberra's thriving construction industry.
- Benefits: Full-time work, consistent projects, and opportunities for skill development.
- Other info: Dynamic role with potential for ongoing career growth.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience while working alongside skilled tradespeople on diverse projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in construction and relevant safety qualifications required.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
We are currently seeking a reliable and motivated Labourer / Trades Assistant to join our Canberra-based team.
This is a hands-on role supporting our tradespeople across a range of projects throughout the ACT.
You will assist qualified tradespeople with general labouring and trade-related activities, while also being expected to complete allocated tasks independently when required.
The role would ideally suit someone who already has experience working in construction as a labourer or trades assistant.
Previous experience working alongside plumbers or within the plumbing industry will be highly regarded.
About the Role
We are currently seeking a reliable and motivated Labourer / Trades Assistant to join our Canberra-based team.
This is a hands-on role supporting our tradespeople across a range of projects throughout the ACT.
You will assist qualified tradespeople with general labouring and trade-related activities, while also being expected to complete allocated tasks independently when required.
The role would ideally suit someone who already has experience working in construction as a labourer or trades assistant.
Previous experience working alongside plumbers or within the plumbing industry will be highly regarded.
Key Responsibilities
Your duties will include
- Assisting tradespeople with day-to-day site activities
- General construction and labouring duties
- Moving, loading and unloading materials and equipment
- Assisting with the installation and handling of pipework and plumbing materials
- Site set-up, clean-up and maintaining tidy work areas
- Use of basic hand and power tools
- Collecting and delivering materials where required
- Completing allocated tasks independently
- Following site safety requirements, SWMS and company procedures
- Working across various project sites throughout Canberra and the ACT
About You
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have
- Previous experience as a labourer or trades assistant within the construction industry
- Experience working alongside qualified tradespeople
- Plumbing or hydraulic services experience highly regarded
- Ability to confidently complete basic tasks without constant supervision
- Good practical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to use common hand and power tools
- A strong work ethic and willingness to assist wherever required
- Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
- Reliable transport and a current driver's licence
- A strong commitment to workplace safety
- Mandatory ACT Construction Qualifications
Applicants must hold the relevant qualifications required to work on construction sites in the ACT, including:
- White Card
- Asbestos Awareness
- Silica Dust Awareness / Silica Training
What We Offer
- Full-time employment
- Consistent work across commercial construction projects in Canberra and the ACT
- Opportunity to work alongside and learn from experienced tradespeople
- Variety of work across different projects and sites
- Opportunity to develop additional trade and construction skills
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunity for ongoing development within the business
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