Mechanical Trades Assistant

Job Description

BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16,500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe, successful and well. We’re leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society, today and in the future. We’re proud of brands, like COLORBOND ® steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges and stadiums.

The Opportunity

Come and discover the opportunity to join our Metal Coating Lines (MCL) Maintenance Team at our Port Kembla Manufacturing facility as a Mechanical Trades Assistant. As a part of the broader Australian Steel Products portfolio, we have six major manufacturing sites at Port Kembla that deliver a variety of products, innovative solutions and services to our export and domestic customers.

As an experienced Mechanical Trades Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting the maintenance and repair of plant equipment and infrastructure. Working closely with qualified Mechanical Tradespeople, you will assist in a range of day-to-day operational tasks to ensure the efficient and safe functioning of our mechanical systems. In addition to your primary duties, you will also be required to perform responsibilities as a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator when needed.

What Will You Do?

In a role that impacts the safety of our people as well as the quality and reliability of our equipment and products, you will:

• assist with equipment set up and performing maintenance related work
• carryout inspections and lubrication tasks to ensure equipment is operating as required
• safe operation of forklifts
• participating in rigging and dogging of equipment as required, as well as operating cranes
• basic oxy cutting and welding
• maintain work area in a safe and tidy condition
• determine task related hazards & then develop JSEAs to control these hazards
• contribute to the team delivery of maintenance tasks including afterhours support as required
• provide backup support to operate the wastewater treatment plant

 More About You

As a Mechanical Trades Assistant, you’ll have a forward-thinking approach to work and activity contribute to the larger team. You will bring:

• strong mechanical aptitude
• a HRW Forklift, Dogging and Rigging licence with experience
• experience as a trade assistant in a heavy industrial environment
• an enthusiasm to learn new skills and develop yourself in the role

Why BlueScope

As we’re creating strength for the future through our people, products and solutions, BlueScope supports you to build your expertise within a safe and positive team environment. At BlueScope, you’ll:​

• Learn and develop as you grow. Work alongside specialists and keep your skills and knowledge at the forefront of industry with our lifelong learning culture.​
• Experience connection and care. Experience a positive, inclusive work environment where we look out for each other’s safety and wellbeing.​
• Build innovative products. Seek better, smarter ways to work, help develop sustainable solutions and make things happen.​
• Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do. 

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves, and we encourage Women and First Nations people to apply. We’re passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities, including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal.​ At BlueScope, we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program.

It’s an exciting time in our history as, together, we work towards Our Purpose: “We create and inspire smart solutions in steel, to strengthen communities for the future.” ​

Come and discover us at www.bluescope.com/auscareers​

Join us, creating strength for the future.

Applications close Monday 12th May 2025.