Trade Assistants & Labourers

Job Description

About Laing O'Rourke Laing O’Rourke is a $6 billion international operation with 70 years of involvement in Australian construction and infrastructure, including nearly two decades under the Laing O’Rourke banner. The business delivers projects as diverse as the environments in which they are built, from high security military bases and major rail transport infrastructure projects, through to landmark buildings at the transport interface. Laing O’Rourke owns one of Australia’s largest plant and equipment hire company called Select Plant Australia. We know the right culture combined with purposeful technology will help us meet demand and deliver certainty for our clients. That’s the #powerofexperience. About the role We are currently seeking several Trade Assistants & Labourers for our CBH-Moora Project. About you As a Trades Assistant, you will be required to provide support to all trades and management as directed, including assisting with on and off hiring of plant and equipment, coordinating yard movements, maintaining yard housekeeping, operating machinery, and undertaking general plant and equipment cleaning and detailing duties. As a Labourer, you will be required to have experience in plate compacting, dewatering pump setup, general site housekeeping, refuelling, star picket flagging, temp fencing, work area set-up, and site signage. To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following criteria: Trade Assistants must have current High Risk Work Licence with EWP, current Working at Heights certificate (less than 2 years old). Valid HR licence (or equivalent) - desirable. Provide evidence of unrestricted Australian Working Rights. Hold a valid WA Construction White card and photo ID. Demonstrate experience working in the civil construction industry - minimum 2 years. Demonstrate ability to perform duties maintaining high standards in both safety and quality. As part of the recruitment process, suitable applicants will be required to complete pre-employment medical testing, drug & alcohol screening, and criminal history check. Benefits We work hard to create an environment that brings out the best in our people. We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. We offer industry-leading benefits such as specialised learning and development programs, a mental health and wellbeing program, industry leading paid parental leave policy, an additional purchased leave option and coaching programs for staff on parental leave. Diversity & Inclusion We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work. Laing O’Rourke is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality. Laing O'Rourke actively supports a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Download our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan at Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr