Mechanical Trade Assistant — Heavy Equipment Repair Support

hitachi; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home nightly

Career progression

Overtime penalties

Internal training

Upskilling opportunities

Job summary

H-E Parts International Mining Solutions Pty Ltd in Mackay, Queensland, Australia is seeking a Mechanical Trade Assistant for a permanent full-time position. You will assist Diesel Fitters with service and repairs of heavy engineering parts and components in a busy workshop environment.

Ideal candidates have strong mechanical aptitude, safe operation of grinders and spray painting equipment, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Sound mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to operate grinders, spray painting equipment and other tools safely.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Hands on person who can prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Forklift licence is beneficial but not essential.
• Experience in mining/manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist trades people conducting repairs of mechanical equipment and parts.
• Assist with maintaining the workshop and equipment in a safe, clean, tidy condition.
• Operate grinders and spray painting equipment and other tools in a safe manner.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Prioritise workload

Teamwork

Independent worker

Forklift licence

Mining/manufacturing experience

Tools

Grinders

Spray painting equipment

Workshop machinery

Job description

H-E Parts International Mining Solutions Pty Ltd in Mackay, Queensland, Australia is seeking a Mechanical Trade Assistant for a permanent full-time position. You will assist Diesel Fitters with service and repairs of heavy engineering parts and components in a busy workshop environment.

Ideal candidates have strong mechanical aptitude, safe operation of grinders and spray painting equipment, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.