Trade Assistant
- Support tradespeople across the site by keeping work areas organised.
- Assist with fabrication, welding, and mechanical tasks.
- Help set up and pack down work sites.
ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
Job Description
Join ACCIONA on a flagship WA infrastructure project, with first production set for 2028. Long term work, strong job security and real career runway as more works get awarded.
The Project
The Alkimos Desalination Plant Project includes the design, construction, operation and maintenance of the plant with first production in 2028. Works include marine works and tunnels, seawater intake system, a seawater reverse osmosis desalination plant, groundwater system, drinking water storage and pump system, supported by civil, electrical and bulk earthworks.
Why ACCIONA
Flagship project with strong visibility across the industry
Multi-disciplinary team, build relationships across trades
Long term, stable work
Additional works coming, more opportunities ahead
The Role
You'll support tradespeople across the site, keeping work areas organised and materials moving where they're needed. Day to day, you'll assist with fabrication, welding and mechanical tasks, handle tools and equipment, and help set up and pack down work sites. You'll work closely with boilermakers, fitters and riggers, picking up skills and experience as you go.
Required Skills and Competencies
What you need
White Card, trade specific tickets highly regarded
Willingness to learn and take direction on the job
A genuine safety first attitude
Experience on large infrastructure or industrial projects, highly regarded
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.
We vet all employer accounts and do our best to keep job ads safe, but scams can still occur. Be cautious when sharing personal information — never provide financial details or make payments during the application process. For extra security, use the Apply button on our site when proceeding.