💼 Full-Time Position

Trade Assistant

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awf
📍 Manukau, Auckland, New Zealand
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Location
Manukau, New Zealand
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Posted
April 05, 2026
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Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Hands-on role supporting complex marine and engineering projects!

We're looking for reliable and experienced Trade Assistants for a full-time temporary role with a respected engineering services provider in Devonport. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys physical, varied work in a team environment.

The Role:

You'll support trades teams on ship and shore-based maintenance and repair tasks. Your day could involve surface prep, coatings application, confined space monitoring, general labouring, and equipment handling.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Hot Work, Confined Space, and Working at Height Sentry duties
  • Surface prep (grinding, sanding, chipping, blasting)
  • Painting/coatings application
  • Assisting with basic welding and fabrication tasks
  • Using hand and power tools
  • Operating plant and equipment (if trained/licensed)
  • General cleaning and site support tasks