Lineage Logistics

Trades Assistant

Hemmant, Australia Full time

Lineage is the world's largest temperature-controlled industrial REIT and logistics solutions provider, with a global network of over 400 facilities, spanning 25 countries across North & South America, Europe and Asia-Pacific.

Working a Lineage is not just a job - it's an opportunity to innovate and put your mark on how food moves from the farm to dinner tables around the world. As a member of the Lineage team, you are a critical link in the food supply chain.  

The Asia-Pacific region currently includes Australia, New Zealand, Vietnam, Sri Lanka and Singapore employing nearly 3000 team members.

Position Details - Trades Assistant

As a Trades Assistant supporting our Hemmant and Cannon Hill sites, you’ll play a hands-on role in keeping our facilities running safely and efficiently, while building real trade skills in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.

Why this role matters

You’ll work closely with our trades team and contractors to keep plant, equipment and site assets in top working order.

From assisting with repairs and preventative maintenance to supporting breakdown response and maintaining workshop standards, your contribution will directly impact safety, productivity and site performance.

This is the perfect role for someone who is practical, mechanically minded and motivated to learn.

What you’ll be doing

  • Assisting trades staff and contractors with repairs, servicing and maintenance tasks across both sites

  • Responding to equipment breakdowns and completing work in a timely, safe and compliant manner

  • Supporting preventative maintenance programs to minimise unplanned downtime

  • Completing basic servicing and repairs on non–high-risk equipment

  • Reporting equipment issues promptly and accurately

  • Maintaining a clean, safe, well-organised workshop

  • Contributing to continuous improvement and living the Lineage Values every day

What you bring

Essential

  • Experience in a similar role

  • Experience in mechanical, electrical, welding and/or power tool operation

  • Current driver’s licence

  • High-Risk Forklift Licence

  • High-Risk EWP Boom Licence

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred

  • Trade qualification and/or warehouse operations experience

  • Excellent communication and customer service skills

  • Solid problem-solving abilities and a proactive attitude

  • Good organisational and time-management skills

  • Positive “can-do” mindset and commitment to safe work practices

The Lineage Difference

At Lineage, our values guide everything we do and you’ll see them in action every day.

Safe

We go home safely, every day. You’ll be part of a team that champions safe behaviours, supports each other and continuously improves how we work.

Trust

We communicate clearly, act with integrity and back each other to deliver.

Respect

No matter your background or role, you’ll be treated with kindness and fairness— and you’ll treat others the same.

Innovation

We encourage creative thinking and problem-solving. Your ideas to improve tools, processes or maintenance practices are not just welcome—they’re expected.

Bold

We take informed risks, make smart decisions and deliver on our commitments.

Servant Leadership

We focus on supporting each other. You’ll be empowered to grow, learn and be your best—while helping others do the same.

The Opportunity

  • A workplace focused on safety, teamwork and continuous improvement

  • The opportunity to build diverse trade skills across mechanical, electrical, welding and facilities maintenance

  • Supportive leaders who invest in your development

  • Exposure to a dynamic, essential industry with real career pathways

Why Lineage?
 

Lineage is more than just a cold storage logistics business. We’re focused on being a vibrant, innovative and progressive employer where all our teams work safely, harmoniously and efficiently toward a common purpose - transforming the food supply chain to eliminate waste and help feed the world.

Lineage is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic work environment and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.