Trade Assistant

About the Role

Working within our manufacturing team, you'll provide essential support to our fabrication and welding crews, helping to manufacture premium livestock equipment used by producers across Australia. From cattle yards and forcing pens to loading ramps and bulk handlers, you'll assist with material preparation, assembly, grinding, handling, and general workshop duties in a safety-first, Zero Harm workplace.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or develop a career in manufacturing, fabrication, or welding while contributing to ProWay's Lean Manufacturing journey focused on continuous improvement, quality, and operational excellence.

Why Join ProWay?

• Above Award Rates of Pay

• Weekly Pay

• Monthly RDO

• Permanent Full-Time Opportunities

• Part-Time Positions Available

• Flexible Working Hours Considered

• Work Uniforms Provided

• Ongoing Training and Career Development

• Modern Manufacturing Facility

• Stable, Long-Term Employment

• Commitment to Ongoing Training

• Pathways into Apprenticeships and Trade Qualifications

What You'll Be Doing

• Assisting welders and fabricators with day-to-day workshop activities

• Preparing materials and components for fabrication

• Operating hand and power tools safely

• Grinding, cleaning, and finishing welded products

• Moving materials and equipment throughout the workshop

• Assisting with assembly of livestock handling equipment

• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe work environment

• Supporting Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives

• Following quality and safety procedures at all times

What We're Looking For

• Strong work ethic and positive attitude

• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

• Good attention to detail

• Physically fit and capable of manual handling tasks

• Reliable and punctual

• Willingness to learn new skills and take direction

• Previous manufacturing, construction, farming, or workshop experience is highly regarded but not essential

About Us

ProWay is one of Australia's leading manufacturers of livestock handling equipment, supplying innovative solutions to customers across Australia and internationally.

As we continue to grow, we're on an exciting Lean Manufacturing Journey, investing in our people, processes, and future. With a new manufacturing facility currently being built on-site, now is the perfect time to join our team and be part of a new beginning.

Whether you're looking to start a career in manufacturing or gain experience working alongside skilled tradespeople, we'd love to hear from you.