Trades Assistant

We are seeking a Trade Assistant to join our Melbourne Immigration Detention Centre team, located in Broadmeadows. 

The Trade Assistant is responsible for delivering maintenance services and repairs relating to buildings and fixed plant and equipment under the commercial contractual arrangements between Spotless and the client. This role is responsible for ensuring work undertaken in accordance with industry best practice and Australian Standards that will provide best possible outcomes for both the company and the customer.

Responsibilities:

• This position always requires proactive responsibility and vigilance to ensure accurate condition assessments are made, appropriate feedback is provided, faults are reported (regardless of trade discipline) and future work packaging can be efficiently achieved.
• An understanding of Value for Money (VFM) should be demonstrated, and where appropriate additional works completed, or alternate solutions provided to ensure VFM outcomes and reduced overall maintenance costs.
• Plan and schedule own work to meet required timelines and outputs
• Follow policies and procedures as relevant to scope of role and general employment
• Adhere to Spotless policies, procedures and plans
• Personal accountability over quality of personal and team output
• Ensure risks are accurately identified, contained and countermeasures are put in place
• Uses all equipment in accordance with procedures and instructions and maintains all equipment in a clean condition.
• Report faults and damage of or to equipment to management.

To be successful

• Minimum two (2) years in relevant field (preferred)
• Experience using hand or power equipment related to a general trades position
• Exposure to trades and demonstrable experience as a Trade Assistant
• Relevant certifications or experience in working at heights, confined spaces, and holding a White Card (preferred)
• A current Working with Children Check is mandatory, or applicants must be willing to obtain one prior to commencement.

Above all, you’ll bring a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to achieving outstanding results for Spotless and our client. 

 Why work for us? 

Working for us means every day you will be enabling our communities to thrive. With a bright future ahead of us, you find purpose here and have the opportunity to directly impact and contribute positively to our future. You’ll also find a range of benefits available such as: 

• Above Award Pay Rates 

• Training and development to support your career.  

• Internal career opportunities across the Downer Group business.  

• A range of discounts and benefits available. 

• An Employee Assistance Program providing access to professionals to support you (and your family) to achieve your personal or professional goals through wellbeing coaching, counselling, financial advice, legal advice and more. 

Please note: An Australian Federal Police Check and medical assessment is a part of the selection process for this role. 

As an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.