Trades Assistant

Construction / Carpentry Trades Assistant

Location: Everton Park, QLD

Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:30am – 4:30pm

Pay Rate: $40.00 per hour + $22.41 daily travel allowance when attending site for work

We are currently seeking a Construction / Carpentry Trades Assistant to join our team on a project in Everton Park.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous construction or carpentry experience who enjoys hands-on work and wants the opportunity to develop their skills while working alongside experienced tradesmen.

About the Role

You will initially work alongside experienced Carpentry Tradesmen assisting with the construction of an overhead timber walkway within school grounds.

Duties will include:

Cutting, fitting and installing timber

Assisting carpentry tradesmen with construction tasks

Using power tools

General construction and labouring duties

Following directions and working as part of a team

Maintaining a safe and tidy work environment

The initial carpentry component is expected to run for approximately 1 month. For the right person who is happy to continue with general labouring duties, there is an opportunity to remain with the team and transition into civil construction works for the remainder of the project.

The overall project is expected to run for 6+ months, with opportunities to continue on future projects and potentially transition into a full-time permanent position for reliable and hardworking workers.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

Has previous experience using power tools

Has experience working on carpentry, construction or similar projects

Is comfortable working alongside qualified tradesmen

Can follow directions and take instruction

Holds a White Card – essential

Has a current driver’s licence and reliable transport

Is physically fit and capable of labour-intensive duties

Is reliable, punctual and has a strong work ethic

Can commit to working Monday to Friday each week

Has full Australian working rights

No Working Holiday Visa (WHV) or Student Visa applicants

What’s On Offer

$40.00 per hour

$22.41 daily travel allowance when attending site for work

Monday to Friday, 6:30am – 4:30pm

Approximately 6+ months of work

Opportunity to continue onto future projects

Potential pathway to full-time permanent employment

Opportunity to gain further experience across carpentry and civil construction

If you’re a reliable Construction or Carpentry Trades Assistant looking for consistent work, development opportunities and the potential for a permanent position, apply now to join the team.