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Preferred Start Date: ASAP End Date: 30th June 2026 Hours per week: 38 Location: Kwinana Waste Water Treatment Plant Base Rate to Candidate: ( up to ) $50.85 Category: C - Trades Reason for Vacancy: Absence About the role: Brief paragraph about the roleWe are seeking a reliable and motivated Workshop Trades Assistant to support maintenance and operational activities across workshop and site environments. This role involves assisting skilled tradespeople including Mechanical Fitters/Machinists with a variety of maintenance and repair tasks within a water utility environment. What the role will involve: Perform scheduled maintenance on corporation assets under direction. Follow established work instructions, procedures, and safety protocols. Assist in workshop and onsite activities including: Operation of workshop machinery (basic level) Interpretation of technical drawings (basic level) Pipeline inspections and recording of data Assembly and dismantling of mechanical components Operation of cutting, shaping, and pressing tools Transport of tools, materials, and equipment Surface preparation and general workshop housekeeping Sandblasting and application of protective coatings (where required) Utilize specialist tools, plant, and equipment as required. Assist with fault finding and participate in standby/on-call rosters when needed. Support onsite safe job planning activities. Work collaboratively with tradespeople and operators to complete tasks efficiently. Follow guidance and direction from experienced personnel. Key skills and experience: Essential Experience working in a workshop environment (fabrication, welding, fitting, or machining). Experience assisting trades such as Boilermakers, Welders, Mechanical Fitters, or Machinists. Basic mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with tools and equipment. Desirable Relevant High Risk Work Licences (e.g., forklift, dogging, rigging, etc.). Experience within utilities or water infrastructure environments. At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community. You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at