Workshop Trades assistant

Workshop Trade Assistant

Earthcare Recycling

$35 - $45 per hour

About Us:

Earthcare Recycling is a leading & progressive company providing waste management services to the residential building industry. As a privately owned and operated business, we prioritise safety and effective communication between management and employees. We have 60 staff operating and maintaining a fleet of transport and quarry equipment, and we require a trade assistant to join our team of maintenance specialists dedicated to excellence. We offer a supportive work environment with guaranteed variety, maintaining a diverse fleet of fixed and mobile assets across 3 yards in the Perth Metro area.

THE JOB

We are seeking an experienced T/A to join our small workshop team. The role involves assisting with scheduled maintenance, workshop and field service duties on a range of trucks, trailers, earthmoving & screening equipment (Western Star, Mercedes, UD, Isuzu, Hino, Cat, Komatsu, Terrex screening & Rubble Master crushing equipment)

This position requires experience with the basic maintenance and operation of transport and earthmoving equipment.

Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years in either the transport/earthmoving or quarry mining industry to be considered for this position

Candidates with transport/earthmoving experience are preferred over quarry mining experience alone.

YOUR ROLE

• Assisting qualified mechanics and technicians with the maintenance and repair of our fleet of commercial trucks and trailers

• Attention to detail, including personal and team safety, is essential.

• Performing servicing tasks such as major trailer services on different types of trailers.

• Experience with Trailer services and bearing work is required for this position.

• Identifying and reporting any issues or areas of concern with the vehicles

• Ensuring the workshop is kept clean, organised, and compliant with safety standards

• Providing general support to the maintenance team as needed

WHAT YOU NEED

• Experience working on trucks and trailers in a trades assistant role within the Transport/Earthmoving industry

• Good mechanical aptitude and the ability to follow instructions closely

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of workmanship

• Team-oriented attitude and the ability to work collaboratively with qualified technicians

• A valid manual driver's licence and the ability to operate light vehicles

• A valid Class C (car) manual driver's licence is required.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU!

• Weekly pay with super & penalties
• Long-term career opportunities
• Ongoing job security
• Variation & Diversity
• Direct line of communication with the Management team
• Our small team means you're not just a number
• Initiative encouraged

Employer questions:

Your application will include the following questions:

• Do you have experience performing automotive vehicle services?

• Do you have demonstrated experience in repairing mechanical faults?

• Do you have experience carrying out heavy vehicle repairs?

• How many years of experience do you have as a Trade Assistant?

• Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?

• You must obtain a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) within 2 weeks of employment commencement.

• Candidates with Australian work authorisation and those eligible for visa sponsorship are both welcome to apply.

Check out our YouTube video below and visit our website www.earthcarerecycling.com.au