Trade Assistant

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

YOUR BENEFITS

• Competitive remuneration + Super

• Training and development opportunities to get your tickets and licenses relevant to the role, providing a pathway into a trades career

• Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS as cheap as $14.95 P/W

• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)

• Modernised Paid Parental Leave

• Veterans Leave

• Novated Lease options

• Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work

• Personal & professional training development opportunities

• Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner

OUR TEAM

Our Munitions teams in Benalla and Mulwala produce propellants, explosives and munitions for defence and commercial uses. With ongoing investment into research and development, we produce some of the world’s most high-performing guided weapons and explosive ordnance systems. And being at the forefront of a rapidly evolving industry gives our teams constant opportunities to build on their technical expertise.

In this exciting role, you will be a key part of the Maintenance Department, ensuring the safe, reliable, and continuous support of the building, plant, equipment, and infrastructure for the Mulwala facility.

YOUR ROLE

• Support in any maintenance activities as required

• Erecting and dismantling various types of scaffolding

• Crane operation and dogging/rigging

• Maintain girders and building-mounted lifting beams

• Maintain a safe, clean and organised workspace

• Safely and efficiently operate hand and power tools

YOUR EXPERIENCE

• Proven track record of doing mechanical TA work

• Ideally relevant tickets and license but not essential

• Knowledge of mechanical systems

• Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings

• Demonstrate a positive, proactive and motivated attitude to work

• Physically fit with the ability to work effectively in a multi-skilled environment

• Must be an Australian Citizen for defence clearance purposes

WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY

After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable

Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police checks.

We are proud be to endorsed as a Work180 Employer, read more about our WORK180 endorsement.

We are recognised as a Family Friendly Workplace.

#LI-Onsite

It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.

We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.

Read more about our WORK180 endorsement.