Mechanical Trades Assistant - Heavy Haulage Transport

Rex J Andrews Pty Ltd; Penrith; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award wages based on experience

Modern workshop in Penrith

Specialised heavy haulage equipment,学习

Job summary

Rex J Andrews Pty Ltd, based in Penrith, is seeking a Mechanical Trades Assistant to support the assembly and maintenance of heavy haulage trailers in a modern workshop. This is a permanent, full-time position offering hands-on work and learning opportunities from experienced tradespeople.

You don't need to be a qualified tradesperson; a positive attitude, strong work ethic and mechanical aptitude are valued as you contribute to our workshop team and grow your career in heavy haulage equipment.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Experience using hand and power tools.
• Genuine interest in machinery, vehicles or equipment.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Pride in your work.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Reliable attendance and a positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assembly of heavy haulage trailers.
• Mechanical repairs and maintenance.
• Fitting components including axles, suspensions, hydraulics and air systems.
• Servicing trailers and workshop equipment.
• Using hand and power tools.
• General workshop duties.
• Keeping the workshop clean, organised and safe.
• Learning new skills from experienced tradespeople.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Experience using hand and power tools

Genuine interest in machinery,vehicles

Good problem-solving skills

Pride in your work

Ability to work well in a team

Reliable attendance and a positive Att

Willingness to learn

Job description

Mechanical Trades Assistant - Heavy Haulage Transport

Mechanical Trades Assistant
Build Australia's Biggest Heavy Haulage Trailers

Rex J Andrews Pty Ltd is a proudly family-owned Australian company that has been designing, manufacturing and maintaining specialised heavy haulage trailers since 1989.

Based in our modern workshop in Penrith, we build and maintain some of Australia's largest and most specialised transport equipment.

We're looking for a reliable, mechanically minded person who enjoys working with their hands and wants to build a long-term career in our workshop.

You don't need to be a qualified tradesperson—we're looking for someone with a great attitude, strong work ethic and good mechanical aptitude.

About the Role

Working alongside our experienced workshop team, you'll assist with:

• Assembly of heavy haulage trailers

• Mechanical repairs and maintenance

• Fitting components including axles, suspensions, hydraulics and air systems

• Servicing trailers and workshop equipment

• Using hand and power tools

• General workshop duties

• Keeping the workshop clean, organised and safe

• Learning new skills from experienced tradespeople

Every day is different, and you'll have the opportunity to work on unique transport equipment rarely seen elsewhere.

What We're Looking For

You don't need to tick every box, but we'd love to hear from you if you have:

• Strong mechanical aptitude

• Experience using hand and power tools

• A genuine interest in machinery, vehicles or equipment

• Good problem-solving skills

• Pride in your work

• Ability to work well in a team

• Reliable attendance and a positive attitude

• Willingness to learn

Experience in any of the following would be highly regarded:

• Heavy vehicles

• Trailers

• Automotive repairs

• Diesel mechanics

• Earthmoving equipment

• Farming or agricultural machinery

• Welding or fabrication

• Mechanical assembly

Forklift licence is an advantage but not essential.

What We Offer

• Full-time, permanent position

• Above-award wages based on experience

• Modern workshop in Penrith

• Opportunity to learn specialised heavy haulage equipment

• Stable employment with a family-owned business

• Immediate start available

Why Join Rex J Andrews?

We aren't your average workshop.

Our team builds and repairs specialised heavy haulage trailers used on some of Australia's biggest transport and infrastructure projects.

If you're mechanically minded, enjoy working with your hands and want a job where you'll learn new skills every day, we'd love to hear from you.