Trade Assistant

Coastal Transport Services; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Overtime opportunities

Long-term full-time role

Job summary

Coastal Group Engineering seeks a motivated Trade Assistant to join the Warnervale fabrication workshop. You will assist tradesmen with heavy fabrication, prepare materials, read measurements from drawings, and keep the workshop clean and safe, with strict compliance to procedures.

Ideally you hold an Australian Driver's Licence, have practical workshop experience and are keen to learn, with forklift training funded by the company. A full-time, long-term role with overtime is offered.

Qualifications

• Comfortable with hands-on, practical work.
• Able to follow instructions and work in a team.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Assist tradesman with heavy fabrication, assembly and general workshop duties.
• Prepare materials, tools and equipment for upcoming jobs.
• Read measurements and follow drawings and designs.
• Maintain a clean, tidy and organised workshop.
• Follow instructions and workplace safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Hand and power tools

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Safety focus

Australian Drivers Licence

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Coastal Transport Services – Warnervale NSW

Enjoy hands-on work and want to build your skills?
Coastal Group Engineering is seeking a motivated Trade Assistant to join our Fabrication workshop in Warnervale.

About Us

Coastal Group Engineering provides heavy vehicle and industrial engineering services, from design and 3D CAD modelling through to fabrication, repairs, truck body builds and trailer modifications.
Our experienced team provides practical, compliant and durable solutions designed to perform in demanding operating environments.
Based in Warnervale on the Central Coast, we combine engineering expertise with quality fabrication and precision workmanship to deliver projects from concept and design through to fabrication and completion.

About the role

Assist tradesman with heavy fabrication, assembly and general workshop duties.

Prepare materials, tools and equipment for upcoming jobs.

Read measurements and follow drawings and designs.

Maintain a clean, tidy and organised workshop.

Follow instructions and workplace safety procedures at all times.

About you

Comfortable with practical, hands-on work.

Reliable, punctual and willing to learn

Able to follow instructions and work well within a team

A strong commitment to workplace safety and quality

Confidence using hand and power tools- essential

Previous workshop or manufacturing experience highly regarded

Australian Drivers Licence (essential)

Forklift licence desirable, or willingness to obtain (company funded)

What we offer

Completive hourly rate + 12% superannuation with regular overtime opportunities available

Secure, full-time and long-term employment with a locally owned and operated business

Varied work across heavy vehicle, fabrication and custom engineering projects

Opportunity to work alongside and learn from experienced engineers and tradesman

Well-equipped workshop with quality tools and equipment

New purpose-built facility currently under development, with a move planned for early 2027

Opportunities to progress within the team, including a potential pathway into an apprenticeship if desired.

All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.