Trade Assistant

Work with a team of the best 

With a global business, we offer diverse and rewarding careers. We are committed to Thiess being a company and a culture where great people can excel and where they are developed and supported to reach their highest potential. Join our team today.

About the role

In this role, you will:

• Assist in preventative maintenance and repairs on off highway machinery.
• Have a dedicated commitment to safety and quality assurance.
• Handling materials, loading/unloading, and moving supplies to and from work areas.
• Operate basic power tools and machinery.
• Clean and prepare work areas, adhering to site guidelines.
• Help identify equipment faults during servicing and rectify/ report to workshop/ management.
• Able to work independently, and collaboratively within a team to accomplish assigned tasks.

About you

• Previous experience as a Trade Assistant in a mining or workshop environment
• Current Forklift, Crane, Dogging and Rigging tickets
• Current Australian Drivers licence required
• You will also need to possess a high regard for and practice health and safety at all times 

What Thiess can do for you

• Permanent full-time positions 
• Full camp facilities provided 
• Thiess’ commitment to training & development
• Salary sacrifice options – Flights & novated leasing  
• Referral bonus program

About us

We partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia, Africa and the Americas. For more than 80 years, we’ve operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses that insight to optimise solutions for each project and create lasting value for our clients and the communities we live and work in.

Visit our website to learn more – http://www.thiess.com

Driving a diverse, inclusive and respectful culture

We’re committed to safe, healthy and respectful workplaces. A place where everyone matters always.

We welcome and celebrate the differences and similarities among people including gender, identity, ethnicity, race, heritage, sexual orientation, disability, age, culture, religion, language, appearance, parental status and education.

We believe diverse experiences and perspectives not only make us more innovative, productive and engaged, but are crucial to our success.

How to apply

This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess.

To apply for this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or the link below.

How to apply

Applications close

10 Sep 2026 W. Australia Standard Time