Trade Assistant

Based In Portland, Victoria

Full time ongoing, Long-Term Position

Opportunity to grow your career within a Tier 1

UGL delivers engineering, construction and maintenance services across the oil & gas, power, renewables, resources, water, defence and telecommunications sectors. We operate in a fast‑paced, ever‑evolving environment and partner with some of Australia’s largest asset owners.

About the role

We are seeking reliable and safety‑driven Trade Assistants to support maintenance, and project works across a Alumina Smelter. You will assist qualified trades, contribute to shutdown and day‑to‑day maintenance activities, and ensure work areas are safe, organised and ready for execution.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals wanting to develop their skills in a major processing environment and gain exposure to mechanical, fabrication and site‑based project work.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist tradespeople with mechanical, fabrication, or general maintenance tasks.
• Support shutdown work, including preparation, tool management and clean‑up activities.
• Operate basic tools and equipment safely and in line with training.
• Maintain tidy, safe and organised work areas with strong housekeeping practices.
• Perform labouring, equipment handling and manual tasks as required.
• Follow direction from supervisors and ensure all work meets safety and quality standards.
• Participate in toolbox talks, pre‑starts and safety interactions.

About you

• Previous experience in mining, industrial, construction or processing environments preferred.
• Strong safety mindset with the ability to follow instructions and work within a team.
• Willingness to learn and support multiple trades and work groups.
• Physically fit and able to perform manual tasks in a busy operational environment.
• Basic tool experience desirable; tickets such as Working at Heights or Confined Space are highly regarded.
• Reliable, punctual and committed to high‑quality work.

About UGL

As part of the CIMIC Group, UGL values diversity of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, mature aged workers and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds.

How to apply

If this opportunity aligns with your experience, please click Apply and follow the prompts. We will contact shortlisted candidates directly.

Please note: Screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process, which may include reference checks, right‑to‑work verification, national police checks, AML checks and a pre‑employment medical (including drug and alcohol screening).