Trade Assistant - Cable Repairer

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Cable Repairer to join our Mackay operation on a full-time basis.

Our Cable Services team plays a critical role in supporting the mining industry, helping keep operations running safely and efficiently.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Trades Assistant / Labourer looking to step into a new career pathway. No prior cable repair experience is required. We’re open to entry-level candidates with the right attitude and work ethic. You’ll receive full on-the-job training and support to develop into a skilled Cable Repairer over time.

What’s on offer

• 4-day work week (Mon-Thu one week followed by Tue-Friday the following week)
• 9.5 hour shifts
• Optional overtime (flexibility without obligation)
• Structured training, development and long-term career progression
• Paid parental leave to support your family
• Salary packaging options to help you make the most of your income
• Discounted private health care
• Wellbeing programs and employee discounts
• Education assistance and career development support

Key responsibilities

• Repairing reeling, trailing and flexible cables
• Testing reeling, trailing and flexible cables
• Inspecting and fitting plugs and couplers
• Verifying compliance of repaired cables

You will also provide general Trades Assistant support as required, working within a workshop/manufacturing environment.

About you

• A strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Hands-on or mechanical experience (Trades Assistant backgrounds highly regarded)
• The ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks
• Good attention to detail and confidence using hand tools
• A genuine interest in building a long-term career

Desirable (not essential)

• Forklift ticket
• Dogging / Basic Rigging tickets
• Cable Jointer / Repair experience

Ready to challenge the future?

Then apply now! If you are intrigued or excited by what you have read, then we want to hear from you. You can learn more about what it’s like to work at Ampcontrol by visiting www.ampcontrolgroup.com

We value Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and are committed to Reconciliation through our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan. Join us in our journey towards Reconciliation and making a meaningful impact in the community.

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