Trades Assistants / Forklift Drivers

Sun Engineering

Sun Engineering is a leading mechanical supply, fabrication, and construction company with over

45 years of experience delivering projects across the mining, power generation, petrochemical, processing, infrastructure, building, tourism, and agribusiness industries.

Our Values

  • Play it Straight
  • Respect Builds Success
  • Improve and Innovate
  • Deliver to Win Together
  • Expect the Best

About The Role

We are currently seeking twoTrades Assistants and Forklift Driver/Trade Assistant to join our team on a 12-week project located south-east of the Brisbane CBD.

This is a project-based role only. You will be working on-site as part of a dedicated project team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist tradespeople with daily site activities
  • General labouring and material handling
  • Safe use of hand and power tools
  • Loading and unloading materials
  • Housekeeping and maintaining a safe work environment
  • Forklift operation (where applicable)
  • Comply with all workplace health and safety requirements

What We're Looking For

  • Previous experience as a Trade Assistant, Labourer or Forklift Driver
  • Current Construction White Card (essential)
  • Current Forklift Licence (required for Forklift Driver positions)
  • High Risk Work Licences (highly regarded)
  • Strong commitment to safety
  • Reliable transport
  • Positive attitude and strong work ethic
  • Ability to work effectively within a team

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly rates
  • 10-hour days with consistent Monday to Friday work
  • No weekend work
  • 12-week project with a reputable engineering company
  • Supportive team environment
  • Immediate start available
  • Opportunity to work on a major project with an established industry leader

If you're reliable, safety-focused, and ready to join a professional team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now by submitting your resume.

Sun Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates.