Trades Assistant

About Us

Zinfra is a leading partner in the design, build, operation and maintenance of Australia’s energy and utilities infrastructure. Delivering a $1B portfolio annually, the work we do is essential to bringing energy to our communities safely and reliably, while powering the nation’s energy transition. With a diverse workforce of more than 2,300, we expertly deliver our services across Australia. 

About the role

We are currently seeking an experienced Trades Assistant at our Pakenham depot to support our dynamic team working on the electrical distribution network in a construction, operations, and maintenance environment.

Key Responsibilities include

• Preparing sites by digging pole holes, earth trenches, and handling general yard/depot duties
• Assisting & providing support to electrical trades
• Conduct maintenance and asset inspections in accordance with client/company policies, quality systems and HSE procedures as well as statutory requirements

About You

You’re a hands-on, multi-skilled Trades Assistant, ready to support our team and keep things running smoothly.

• Solid experience using a variety of hand tools and equipment
• Proven ability to work effectively within a team in a dynamic, fast-paced setting
• Current Australian driver’s license (HR Class preferred)
• High-Risk Work License - Forklift, CN (highly desirable)
• Blue/White Card (OHS Construction Induction Card)

Why you should work for us

What we do matters. Delivering safe and reliable energy makes a difference to people’s lives across our country every single day. We are proud to keep Australia connected while preparing the nation for a renewable future.

Our people are our energy source. We offer meaningful benefits and rewards, including being a certified family-friendly workplace, flexible work arrangements, various leave benefits, career development pathways, a wellbeing program, and more. 

We champion and value diversity in life and work experiences, as we know everyone benefits from broader diversity of thoughts in our problem solving, decision making and ability to innovate. We encourage applications from everyone, including First Nations people, veterans, people living with disability, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

We believe Zinfra is a great place to belong—but don’t just take our word for it; hear our team members share what working at Zinfra means to them.  

Recruitment Process

During our recruitment process, you may be required to undertake pre-employment checks including pre-employment medical, reference checks and a national police check.

Notice to Third Parties: Zinfra does not accept unsolicited resumes (or liability associated with fees or costs) from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties. Interested candidates are welcome to submit their application independently.