Trades Assistant

The Role
Ventia are seeking to engage a Trades Assistant to support our team on our Defence contract. This role will see you effectively maintain, repair, replace and ensure the integrity and performance of equipment and facilities. This is a full-time permanent position, and you will be located at, RAAF Base Pearce, RAAF Base Gingin, and other locations when required.

You will be working 8hour days (38hours per week) with 1x RDO (Rostered Day Off) per month. A company car (Tool of Trade vehicle) will also be provided for travel to and from the base to home each day.

The payrate for this position is $31.45 per hour.

To be considered for this position, you must be an Australian Citizen and willing to undergo a police check.

Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Helping trades personnel with all types of work in the field as required
• Being a standby person for High Risk permitted works
• Escorting visitors around the base as required
• Be the first point of contact/direction for visitors and contractors entering the office
• Pool maintenance Duties
• Plant and Equipment inspection
• Defence estate Repairs and Maintenance

Requirements:

• WA Driver’s License – HR License highly regarded
• Forklift License
• EWP Ticket
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment medical with a drug & alcohol screen

The Company
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.

Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this vacancy.

How to Apply
To apply for this role, please click the apply button on this page.

For internal applicants, it is an expectation that you will inform your manager of an application if you have been in your current position for less than 12 months; please seek their permission prior to applying.

If you have any questions about this role, please reach out via: chad.dods@skoutsolutions.com

Position Reference Number: 157102