Trades Assistant

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Henderson, WA, AU

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

Job posting end date: 03/09/2026

We are seeking a reliable and safety‑focused Trades Assistant to join our workshop team in Henderson.

In this role, you will assist the trades team and carry out labour and repair activities on equipment to ensure all aspects of the repairs business run smoothly and service expectations are achieved.

This is a hands‑on position working in a heavy industrial environment, supporting skilled tradespeople and contributing to the safe, efficient delivery of workshop operations.

• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes as required
• Assist qualified tradespeople with allocated tasks
• Conduct daily housekeeping in the immediate workplace and surrounding areas
• Perform general labouring and handyman duties to support facility operations
• Communicate clearly with the Supervisor and Leading Hand regarding service requirements
• Adhere to company standards relating to behaviour, appearance and work practices
• Ensure correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is used at all times and take responsibility for personal health, safety and job performance

• Experience using hand tools
• EWP ticket
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to undertake repetitive work while maintaining a high level of attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Positive and proactive approach to safety
• Previous exposure to a workshop or maintenance environment
• Plastic and/or poly welding and repair experience (desirable)
• Confined Space ticket (desirable)
• Basic or Intermediate Riggers Ticket (desirable)
• Working at Heights ticket (desirable)

• A supportive and inclusive team culture.
• Opportunities to grow your career in a global organisation.
• The chance to make a real impact on employee experience and team performance.
• A commitment to safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.

Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2024 Metso had close to 17,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2024 were about EUR 4.9 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki.