Forklift-Ready Hydraulics Trade Assistant

WesTrac; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Financial Benefits

Health & Wellness

Culture & Career

Employee Referral Program

Additional Perks

Job summary

WesTrac in Western Australia is seeking a Trade Assistant to join our Hydraulics Department in a fast-paced workshop environment. You’ll work with experienced tradespeople performing forklift moves, sandblasting, painting, and light mechanical tasks.

You’ll contribute to safety, quality, and teamwork while growing your skills in Australia’s leading Caterpillar dealer. This role offers hands-on work and development opportunities within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Trade Assistant.
• Forklift licence (essential or willingness to obtain).
• Dogging certification (highly regarded).
• Great communication and the ability to work well in a team.
• Experience using safety and risk assessment tools (e.g., JSAs, Take 5s).

Responsibilities

• Safely move components using a forklift.
• Sandblast hydraulic components.
• Paint and shrink-wrap parts to quality standards.
• Assist with maintenance and minor repairs of the sandblast unit.
• Clean, prepare, and operate moving components.
• Work independently with strong attention to detail.
• Promote and contribute to a strong safety culture.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

Tools

Forklift licence

Dogging certification

JSAs/Take 5s

Job description

WesTrac in Western Australia is seeking a Trade Assistant to join our Hydraulics Department in a fast-paced workshop environment. You’ll work with experienced tradespeople performing forklift moves, sandblasting, painting, and light mechanical tasks.

You’ll contribute to safety, quality, and teamwork while growing your skills in Australia’s leading Caterpillar dealer. This role offers hands-on work and development opportunities within a supportive team.