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Location: | Darwin |
Category: | Business Support |
Position Type: | Permanent |
Job Reference: | BOE/1878380 |
Attachments: | ![]() No File Attached |
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The Opportunity
Boeing Defence Australia is one of the largest Defence contractors to the Australian government.
We are seeking a skilled Trades Assistant to assist our team in maintaining a fleet of satellite antennas and associated infrastructure as a part of the Maintenance and Support Services team located at our Darwin site.
You will be making a meaningful contribution in supporting the capabilities of our National Security Community customer, the Australian Signals Directorate - ASD
Responsibilities:
- Perform pre-start checks and operate equipment including forklifts, EWPs, and vehicles.
- Operate a range of hand tools, power tools, and lifting/access equipment.
- Support trades and technical personnel with servicing, repairs, and general workshop tasks.
- Maintain clean and safe work areas.
- Complete non-trade tasks as required to support the team.
Experience/Qualifications
- A strong mechanical aptitude and experience using hand tools, power tools and general workshop equipment.
- Physical capacity to undertake manual labour, ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and outdoors.
- A current ‘C Class Drivers Licence.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol screen.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work in a diverse team environment.
- Ability to use initiative, prioritise and work within defined timeframes.
- Demonstrated knowledge and commitment to WH&S and workplace diversity.
- Experience in basic computer use, including Microsoft Office applications.
- Desirable but not essential:
- Mechanical and structural maintenance experience.
- Experience in a similar role or industry.
- Certifications and licenses: Working at heights, forklift license, elevated work platform license, and construction induction (white card).
Security Clearance
Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Australian Government security requirements.
You will be required to successfully undergo an Australian Government positive vetting (PV) security clearance. You MUST be willing to disclose all required information and MUST have the ability to verify your background for whole of life (i.e. birth to present time).
More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website.
About Us
Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nations most important programs for the Australian Defence Force. As a BDA employee, you will join other innovative, ethical people who have the critical skills required to develop and deliver world class capabilities and systems to protect Australia and its national interests. Joining us is a chance to make your span, working with a team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space you can contribute to work that matters. Were committed to fostering an environment for every teammate thats welcoming, respectful and with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Benefits
- Flexible working options
- Study assistance
- Salary packaging
- Employee Incentive Program
- Global opportunities
Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.
If you are ready to join an innovative industry leader, click Apply Now.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.
