Trades Assistant

  • 507542
  • Direk, SA, Australia, 5110
  • Full Time (8.0 hrs)

Enerven specialises in the design, construction, and maintenance of electrical, telecommunications, and renewable infrastructure, with specific expertise and experience relating to South Australia’s distribution and transmission network infrastructure.

Working at Enerven, you will play a major role in building and transforming the infrastructure which will revolutionise the energy industry and create a more sustainable future for all Australians. Our nationwide initiatives are at the forefront of the renewable energy revolution.

At Enerven, we’re focussed on connecting you with tomorrow.


About the role

Join our Transmission Lines Delivery team as a Trades Assistant and help deliver a range of transmission line construction and maintenance projects across SA and interstate. 

Work alongside experienced trade qualified Transmission Powerline Workers and other experienced trades people to ensure a high quality of output and a safe working environment. You will need a high level of safety awareness, ability to take and follow instruction, and work in a team environment.

Duties will include:

  • Use of power tools
  • Operating small to large equipment
  • Loading and driving HR vehicles
  • Dogging/ Rigging
  • Assisting Trade qualified Electricians and Powerline Workers


A large portion of the annual workload will involve working on project sites across South Australia (and interstate), operating on either an 11:3 or 10:4 roster, depending on the specific project. All overtime is paid at double time, and travel/living away from home allowances are provided.


About you

You bring energy, initiative and a strong work ethic. With a solid background in trades or civil work, you’re confident tackling practical tasks, solving problems quickly, and taking responsibility for your work while supporting the team.

Specific requirements include:

  • Previous experience in similar Trades Assistant or Labouring roles
  • A current SA drivers’ licence is essential, but HR licence strongly is preferred
  • Any of the following High-Risk Work licences will be helpful (but not essential) - Dogging and Rigging, Crane, Forklift, EWP
  • A white card and First Aid CPR are desirable
  • General computer skills
  • Willingness to work away from home on project rosters


About us

When you join Enerven, you are working for a team guided by its core values of dependability, proactiveness and collaboration.

Just some of our employee benefits include:

  • All overtime (over 75hrs per fortnight) paid at double time
  • Generous living-away-from-home allowance
  • 13% superannuation (1% above current legislated employer contributions)
  • 17.5% leave loading on annual leave
  • Up to $900 in electricity reimbursement each year
  • 18 weeks paid primary parental leave
  • Ability to purchase extra annual leave of up to 20 days
  • Leadership and career development opportunities
  • Automatic coverage from our income protection scheme
  • Salary sacrifice towards novated lease vehicle
  • Corporate discount towards health insurance and gym memberships



Given safety is at the forefront of everything we do, candidates will undergo comprehensive pre-employment screening, including a medical and a police check.

Don't let this opportunity pass you by. For further information or any queries about this role, reach out to us at recruitment@enerven.com.au

Your journey towards a brighter, greener future starts here!

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