Mechanical Trade Assistant

Active Crane Hire Pty; Gosford; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Active Crane Hire Pty is seeking a Mechanical Trade Assistant to support our workshop and site teams with crane maintenance, fabrication and general mechanical work. You will work alongside experienced tradespeople on crane and structural projects.

The role is permanent with an immediate start, offering hands-on experience and potential for career development across our busy operations on the East Coast of Australia.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a mechanical or fabrication environment preferred.
• Basic knowledge of tools and equipment.
• Forklift license (or willing to obtain).
• Dogging or rigging ticket (advantageous, not essential).
• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Ability to work in a team and follow instructions.
• High level of communication skills.
• Desire for regular overtime.

Responsibilities

• Assembly and maintenance of tower crane components
• General workshop duties including grinding, cleaning, and prep work
• Use of hand and power tools
• Loading/unloading and yard organization
• Assist with site installs when required

Skills

Mechanical experience

Tools & equipment knowledge

Forklift license

Dogging or rigging ticket

Teamwork

Communication skills

Reliability

Overtime readiness

Attention to safety

Follow instructions

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Fabrication equipment

Job description

Active Crane Hire is a leading tower crane rental Company on the East Coast of Australia with HQ based in Somersby on the Central Coast NSW.

Due to our recent expansion in our crane refurbishment department, we are now seeking additional mechanical assistant staff for our busy operations. Attractive pay rates will be offered based on existing qualifications and experience to the right candidate with potential for further career development.

Theposition on offeris permanent with an immediate start.

Mechanical Trade Assistant

About the Role

This is a hands‑on role supporting our workshop and site teams with crane maintenance, fabrication, and general mechanical work. You’ll be working alongside experienced tradespeople on a variety of crane and structural projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assembly and maintenance of tower crane components
• General workshop duties including grinding, cleaning, and prep work
• Use of hand and power tools
• Loading/unloading and yard organization
• Assist with site installs when required

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a mechanical or fabrication environment preferred
• Basic knowledge of tools and equipment
• Forklift license (orwilling to obtain)
• Dogging or rigging ticket (advantageous, not essential)
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Ability to work in a team and follow instructions
• High level of communication skills
• Ability towork within a Team and deliver projects on time
• Mechanical aptitudewith pride in delivering a high service and quality
• Desire for regular overtime

More about the Company our Values and our Benefits

Active Crane Hire is a well established business with a strong family oriented culture and has over 20+ years experience in the Construction Industry. We have continuously supplied, serviced and maintained one of the largest tower crane fleets in Australia and will continue to do so for many years to come. Over the years Active Crane Hire has introduced innovative and industry changing products that last and is seen as a “One Stop Shop” and premium product supplier with a strong focus on exceptional Customer Service and a “You’re in Good Hands” Customer Experience.

For further information on Active Crane Hire please visit our website

For a snapshot on what life is like at Active Crane Hire and some milestones we have achieved over the past 20 Years, please take a look at the YouTube video below.