Mechanical Trade Assistant | Local, Full-Time & Upskilling

hitachi; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local work – be home every night!

Long-term job security and career path

Competitive wages with overtime rates

Internal training and upskilling

Job summary

H-E Parts International Mining Solutions Pty Ltd in Mackay, Queensland, is seeking a Mechanical Trade Assistant to support Diesel Fitters with service and repairs of heavy engineering parts and components. This is a permanent full-time position based in Mackay, with a focus on safe workshop practices and hands-on maintenance.

You will work under the Workshop Supervisor, assist with repairs, operate grinders and painting equipment, and help keep the workshop safe, clean, and efficient.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist tradespeople conducting repairs of mechanical equipment and parts.
• Help maintain the workshop and equipment in a safe, clean, and tidy condition.
• Operate grinders, spray painting equipment and other tools safely as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Time management

Forklift licence

Mining/manufacturing experience

Tools

Grinders

Spray painting equipment

Job description

H-E Parts International Mining Solutions Pty Ltd in Mackay, Queensland, is seeking a Mechanical Trade Assistant to support Diesel Fitters with service and repairs of heavy engineering parts and components. This is a permanent full-time position based in Mackay, with a focus on safe workshop practices and hands-on maintenance.

You will work under the Workshop Supervisor, assist with repairs, operate grinders and painting equipment, and help keep the workshop safe, clean, and efficient.