Trades Assistant

Tasmanian Quality Meats is a family-owned business operating in Northern Tasmania. We have been in the meat processing industry for over 20 years and provide our award-winning products to local Australian suppliers and overseas markets. We are nationally recognised as the leading provider of top-quality Tasmanian lamb products. We have a well-established site that has recently undergone multiple expansions and upgrades to become a state-of-the-art processing facility. These new facilities provide our workers with the comfort of developing long-term careers in a great working environment. The Job: Trades Assistant — Full Time Tasmanian Quality Meats Pty Ltd | Cressy, TAS Tasmanian Quality Meats has a full-time opportunity for a Trades Assistant to join our Maintenance and Engineering team, supporting the upkeep and reliability of our processing and export facility. Following our recent factory upgrades and expanded capabilities, our Maintenance team plays a key role in keeping the site running smoothly across production, refrigeration, and general plant infrastructure. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in industrial maintenance within the meat processing industry. About the role Working alongside our qualified tradespeople, you will assist with the maintenance, repair, and upkeep of plant machinery and site infrastructure. Duties include: Assisting tradespersons with mechanical, fabrication, and general maintenance tasks Preparing tools, equipment, and work areas ahead of trade jobs Basic servicing and upkeep of plant machinery and equipment Sourcing, transporting, and organising parts and materials General housekeeping and safety compliance within the maintenance workshop and site Assisting with breakdown response and preventative maintenance schedules Other general maintenance duties as required What we offer Full-time position, 38 hours per week Pay in accordance with the Manufacturing and Associated Industries and Occupations Award 2020 — Trades Assistant (C13), currently $26.44 per hour Overtime opportunities and penalty rates in line with the Award On-the-job training and support to build your maintenance and trade skills Career progression opportunities within our Maintenance team as you gain experience Hours generally Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend or after-hours work required to support breakdowns or scheduled shutdowns What we're looking for Some experience in a maintenance, trade assistant, or industrial labouring role (preferred but not essential — training provided) A good level of fitness and physical capability Sound literacy and numeracy skills Ability to work safely and effectively as part of a team Reliable transport Full working rights in Australia Willingness to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment How to apply Please contact us at people@tasquality.com.au to apply for this position. Tasmanian Quality Meats Pty Ltd 5 Burlington Road, Cressy TAS 7302 ABN: 94 056 011 655 www.tasmanianqualitymeats.com.au