Trades Assistant

About us

IOR is a family-owned business based in Brisbane, which has been fuelling Australia’s industries for nearly 40 years. The business has been growing rapidly and consistently in the last decade in particular, and is now the only fully-integrated, 100% Australian-owned fuel company in the country. Our operations span the entire country and the entire fuel value chain: a crude oil refinery, two import terminals, a growing bulk delivery fleet, on-road and on-airport unmanned refuelling networks, infrastructure manufacturing, and proprietary fuel management technology.

Our team are more than colleagues, we’re family. Committed, practical, and dynamic, we work together and find simple solutions to complex problems. Approaching each day through our values of Innovation: finding solutions, Our Communities: serving people, and Reliability: getting results, our team are focused on delivering what really matters to our customers.

About the role

The Trade Assistant will support the mechanical workshop team by assisting in the maintenance, repair, and servicing of vehicles and equipment. This role is day shift, Monday to Friday, based at our new Lytton workshop.

• Assist mechanics in performing routine maintenance and repairs on vehicles and equipment.
• Help with diagnosing mechanical issues and conducting necessary repairs.
• Prepare vehicles and equipment for servicing by performing preliminary checks and cleaning.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the workshop.
• Assist in moving and positioning vehicles and equipment within the workshop.
• Complete and maintain accurate records of work performed and assist in maintaining service schedules and logs.

About you

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Relevant trade assistant certification or training (beneficial).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical systems and tools.
• Understanding and passion for WHS.

Why join IOR?

Approaching each day through our values of Innovation finding solutions, Our Communities serving people, and Reliability getting results, our team is focused on delivering what really matters to our customers. It’s this mindset that drives us forward. We’re about so much more than fuel. We’re about three key things:

• Right Team: It’s the kind of place where you walk in the door and instantly know you belong
• Right Track: We’re going somewhere, and as we get bigger, so do the opportunities to get stuck in and challenge yourself
• Right Now: There’s no dragging feet or endless committees here. We deliver for Australia every single day

You’ll also be rewarded with a range of benefits, including:

• Grow your expertise and career with access to experienced mentors and ongoing training and development opportunities
• Team member and family discounts on fuel (obviously!)
• Work hard, play hard with our Blue Squad social club – trivia nights, barbecues and plenty of laughs!
• Plus salary sacrificing options, retail and health care discounts, Employee Assistance Program, and much more

Ready to go further with us?

If this sounds like you, don’t overthink it – just apply! We look forward to meeting you.

For more information and to apply, please click the “Apply” button above. All applicants will receive a response.

We provide an equal employment opportunity for all; we see the value in diversity and celebrate individuality. This looks like respectful conversations and a safe workplace where everyone thrives.