Trade Assistant

About us

PPS Water Group is setting the standard in water infrastructure across Western Australia. Our values of PIPES: Pride, Integrity, Passion, Efficiency, and Safety, run through every project and every decision.
  
We deliver end-to-end project solutions, including pipeline construction, dewatering, pumping, civil works, and electrical systems. Backed by one of WA’s largest specialist fleets, our team delivers some of the most complex and critical water infrastructure projects in the resources sector.
  
What makes us different is our people. PPS is a workplace where high performers thrive together. You’ll join a team that supports, challenges, and inspires each other to deliver excellence on every job, every time, and where taking pride in your work is just the standard.

About the Role

As a Trades Assistant with PPS Group your main responsibility is to offer support and assistance to skilled tradespeople. The specific duties can vary depending on the trade you are working alongside.

This role will allow you to contribute to the seamless operation of the trade by providing practical assistance, proactive support, and demonstrating initiative.


Key responsibilities

• Assisting skilled trades people as and when needed
• Proactively adhering to all health and safety protocols
• Providing assistant with manual handling, site upkeep and tool maintenance
• Set up and dismantle of work sites
• Communicating effectively with all tradespeople and other team members to ensure work is carried out accurately
• Is willing to assist in other areas of work and adapt to changing priorities

  
About You

• Must have current Australian HR Licence 
• Must have experience working FIFO – Must be ok with a 2:1 Roster
• Must have experience in a similar role
• Must have white card and be familiar with use of some hand and power tools
• Must be able to build positive working relationships and be able to follow instructions in a positive manner
• Must be able to complete work accurately and while working independently or in a team

  
What we offer

• Discounted Qantas Club membership
• Novated leasing and salary sacrificing through Paywise
• Travel offers and special rates through our partner Corporate Traveller
• Corporate discount on Medibank health insurance
• Discount at Harvey Norman (Midland)
• Regular staff social events and activities

FIFO with PPS

As a FIFO worker with PPS Group, we appreciate the time it takes to live this kind of lifestyle. We operate in small teams and support each other while we work away from our families and networks.

Come and be a part of something great. The success of our mission starts with our people. Work with a team who supports your growth and achieves success together.

Setting the standard and standing by it – that’s us!

Apply now!

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders are strongly encouraged to apply.