Zitron Australia Pty Ltd is a fast growing, ventilation fan manufacturing company, suppling industrial fan units to the mining and road tunnel sector, based in the southern suburbs of Perth.

An exciting opportunity exists for a Painting / Assembly Trade Assistant, to join the fast-growing Australian arm of an international group that is a global leader in the field of ventilation for underground mines, road and railway tunnels, and metro systems.

Job Requirements and Description:

· Operate overhead cranes to move heavy items safely and accurately.

· Use forklift (license mandatory, WA High-Risk Work Licence) to load, unload, and transport materials efficiently and safely.

· Prepare surfaces for Painting: clean, sand, mask, and check for defects.

· Mix paints/coatings to exact specifications and ratios.

· Set up and operate spray guns; manage nozzle, pressure, and flow adjustments

· Perform fine touch-ups on completed products using spray gun or hand tools

· Dismantle, clean, and maintain spray guns and painting systems daily to ensure optimal performance

· Fit acoustic batts into painted silencers and inspect for correct installation and finish

· Inspect and verify painted surfaces meet quality standards.

· Follow all safety protocols and PPE requirements.

· Clean and organize workspace daily; assist with general yard duties (sorting, cleaning, material movements

· Attention to detail and high-quality standards

· Basic mechanical aptitude (equipment adjustments, rigging).

· Team player with excellent communication

· Capable of maintaining a clean, safe, well‑organized workspace.

· Ability to work standard roster; some OT if needed. Be able to follow instructions

· Work in a team and independently

· Work to standards

· Be flexible and versatile in many small jobs

· Knowledge of hand and power tools

Job Offer:

The role on offer is a full-time permanent position based in the company office in Perth (Hope Valley), with an excellent working environment and work-life balance working hours. The commitment and passion that you will bring to us will be rewarded with a commensurate remuneration package.

You will have the opportunity to stamp your mark on a role that can broaden your skill set and to allow you to be an important part of a successful company that can offer exciting career opportunities.