Factory Trade Assistant

Dash Group, established in 2018 as a trades and labour hire company in Melbourne and Geelong, has grown into a national powerhouse with expanded operations in Sydney and Brisbane.

We take pride in our reputation as a respected supplier to joinery, cabinet making and shopfitting businesses across Melbourne. Our company opens doors to exciting prospects, enabling you to work alongside industry leaders.

Currently we are looking for a reliable and hardworking Trade Assistant to join our client’s cabinet making factory in Melbourne's northern suburbs.
This is a hands-on role supporting the tradespeople with the manufacture, assembly, handling, and movement of joinery products. It would suit someone who enjoys physical work, works well in a factory environment, and has a willingness to learn.

About the Role
As a Trade Assistant, you will work closely with the factory team to assist with a range of day-to-day tasks, including:

• Assisting tradespeople with the machining and assembly of joinery
• Assembling basic joinery components such as kickers
• Assisting with CNC machining and edging - training provided
• Loading and unloading trucks, both manually and by forklift
• Receiving, sorting, and storing incoming materials and orders
• Assisting with general factory housekeeping and maintenance

Must Have
To be considered for this role, you must have:

• A current driver's licence
• A current forklift licence
• A current White Card
• The physical capability to perform manual handling tasks, including loading and unloading trucks

Desired Skills and Attributes
We are looking for someone with:

• A basic understanding of hand and power tools
• An understanding of a manufacturing or factory environment
• A basic understanding of joinery
• Basic computer skills
• A strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Good attention to detail
• The ability to work well as part of a team

Bonus Points
It would be an advantage if you also have:

• An MR truck licence

What We Offer

• Stable, hands-on work in a cabinet making factory
• On-the-job training in CNC machining and edging
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to build your skills in joinery and manufacturing

If you believe you fit the criteria above, please forward your resume to *****@dashgroup.net.au or contact me on 0416859***