Trade Assistant

On Line Recruitment are looking for General Maintenance Trade Assistant

Are you a hands-on problem solver with a knack for maintenance and repairs? Join an award-winning Australian manufacturer on the South Coast of NSW, where you'll play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly!



Our client is an industry leader in food manufacturing, producing high-quality products for national distribution. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, they provide a supportive team environment and opportunities for career growth.

We are looking for a General Maintenance Trade Assistant to handle essential maintenance, minor repairs, and breakdown support across the facility. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with a strong mechanical mindset and a proactive approach to problem-solving.


As a Trade Assistant, your role will include:

• Perform general maintenance tasks, including painting and tap repairs.
• Assist in machine breakdowns (advantageous).
• Order and manage parts inventory.
• Troubleshoot and repair machinery and equipment on-site.
• Carry out additional duties as directed by the supervisor.

To be successful in this role, you may have:

• Relevant experience in general maintenance and/or fitting roles.
• Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.
• A valid driver's licence.

If you don’t meet all the above requirements, but believe you have something special to bring to this role, we still want to hear from you! Please continue with your application and we will be in touch.



For further information regarding this position, please call Scott Kenny on 02 4421 2700 or click “APPLY NOW”.



All submissions will be treated as private and confidential. Whilst all applications will be considered, only those who are shortlisted for the position will be contacted.



What we do at On Line Recruitment

At On Line Recruitment, people are our business. Our employment experts work side-by-side to match job seekers with companies in the Shoalhaven, Illawarra, and across Australia. Our focus lies in creating long-term client partnerships and sourcing the best candidates available through efficient, streamlined processes.