Trade Assistant – Engineering Workshop

  • Porirua
  • Contract/temp
  • Engineering
  • Posted 15 hours ago

Job Description

Trade Assistant

Location: Porirua

Hours: Monday to Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM

A busy, well-established metal workshop in Porirua is looking for a reliable and motivated Trade Assistant to join their team.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Assisting tradespeople on the workshop floor

Helping with general workshop duties and material handling

Supporting stock organisation and maintaining a tidy workspace

Opportunity to learn machines like laser cutters and brake presses – if you already have experience, that’s a big bonus

What We’re Looking For:

Shows up every day, on time, and ready to work

Physically fit and comfortable with hands-on, active tasks

Positive, quick to learn, and works well with others

Forklift experience is a bonus, but not essential

Engineering or workshop experience/background is an advantage

What You’ll Get:

On-the-job training in a growing trade

Supportive team environment

Consistent full-time hours, Monday to Friday

Opportunities to grow and upskill over time