Trades Assistant Location: Broadmeadow, Newcastle NSW Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time (9-Day Fortnight) UGL's Maintenance and Manufacturing business is growing, and we are excited to expand our Mining Components Division based in Broadmeadow, Newcastle. We are looking for a motivated and proactive Trades Assistant to join our team on a permanent basis, offering a great opportunity to work within a leading industry environment. About the Role: Reporting to the Service Delivery Manager, you will work alongside our trades team in the mining components division, assisting with component assembly and maintenance tasks. This role is ideal for someone with experience or a strong interest in heavy industry components work. Key Responsibilities: - Assist in the disassembly and assembly of components, including overhauls - Complete and maintain quality documentation. - Support trades with various tasks, including cleaning and Inspecting - Operate Forklift trucks from 5t to 25t. - Ensure all work is completed safely and efficiently. - Operate 13T site truck for routine deliveries and pick ups About You: We are seeking a team player with strong communication skills, enthusiasm, and the ability to learn on the job. Key qualifications and experience include: - Essential: - Forklift Licence - HR Licence - Desirable: - Competency in overhead/gantry crane operation - Dogging and rigging experience - Previous experience as a Trades Assistant or Labourer in a heavy industry environment - Wash bay operation experience What Makes You Right for UGL: - Commitment to maintaining a safe and supportive workplace - Enthusiasm for collaboration and teamwork - Technical aptitude and a focus on delivering innovative solutions - Building trust and delivering excellence to our employees, clients, and stakeholders - Genuine concern for safety About Us: UGL is a leading provider of end-to-end engineering, construction, and maintenance services across various sectors including rail, transport, communications, technology, power, resources, and defence. We are proud to partner with some of the world’s largest companies and government agencies. UGL is a member of the CIMIC Group of companies. At UGL, we celebrate diversity in all its forms and are committed to providing a workplace where everyone is respected and valued. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, mature workers, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Additional Information: As part of the recruitment process, relevant background checks will be conducted, including a national criminal history check and a pre-employment medical assessment (including drug and alcohol screening). Job Ref No: 261729 #LI-EL1
