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FIFO Resume Example – Trades Assistant (Mining / Shutdowns)
Trades Assistant resumes win when they’re practical: tools, safety, teamwork, and reliability. This example prioritises skimmable evidence and avoids vague claims.
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Why Trades Assistant resumes get ignored
Most people aren’t rejected because they’re unqualified — they’re rejected because the resume isn’t structured for screening. This example shows what “scan-friendly” looks like.
- Tickets listed vaguely or implied instead of factual.
- No practical detail (tools, housekeeping, parts handling).
- Doesn’t show pace/reliability for shutdown work (if true).
- Reads generic instead of site-ready.
What recruiters scan first
- Safety basics: manual handling, housekeeping, hazard reporting, permits (only if experienced).
- Tools and practical support: hand tools, basic maintenance support, spotting, cleaning, parts handling.
- Work ethic: turn up, follow instructions, keep areas safe and organised.
- Tickets: White Card, forklift, confined space, working at heights (only if held).
Suggested structure
Headline: Trades Assistant | Maintenance Support | Shutdown Support (truthful).
Summary: safety mindset + practical support + learning attitude.
Skills: tool handling, housekeeping, parts handling, assisting trades, following procedures.
Tickets/Licences: list only what you have.
Employment History: show real examples of support work, pace, and safety.
Example summary (template)
Hands-on Trades Assistant with experience supporting fast-paced maintenance and labour environments. Strong safety focus, reliable attendance and a practical approach to following instructions and keeping work areas organised. Comfortable with early starts, physical work and working as part of a crew to hit daily targets without compromising safety.
Bullet examples
Use these as templates. Keep wording factual — don’t invent sites, tickets, hours, rosters, or outcomes.
- Assisted trades with setup, tool handling and housekeeping to keep work areas safe and efficient.
- Prepared materials and parts, maintained tidy laydown areas and supported the team to hit daily priorities.
- Followed procedures and instructions closely; escalated hazards and supported safe work practices.
- Maintained a consistent pace during physically demanding tasks and kept quality standards high.
Common mistakes
- Listing tickets you plan to get as if you already have them.
- Writing generic bullets with no practical detail.
- Not making it clear you can handle physical work and early starts (if true).
- Including long tool lists with no context.
FAQs
Should I include a tool list?
Yes, but keep it short and relevant. A focused list beats a giant list that looks inflated.
What if I don’t have many tickets yet?
That’s okay — do not invent them. Emphasise safety, reliability and transferable experience.
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