Trade Assistant

Double R; Rutherford; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time

Varied workshop role

Career development

Competitive pay

Overtime opportunities

Salary sacrificing (novated leasing)

Shopping discounts

Job summary

Double R is seeking a Tradespersons Assistant to join the Hunter Valley workshop team. This full-time role provides practical support to qualified tradespeople, including workshop activities, equipment preparation and general labouring duties.

You will work Monday to Friday with overtime in a busy workshop environment, developing hands-on skills while upholding safety and quality standards. A mechanical mindset and willingness to learn are essential.

Qualifications

• Good mechanical aptitude and an interest in machinery or equipment.
• Previous experience in a heavy fabrication workshop, with blasting and painting experience although this is not essential.
• A current Class C driver’s licence
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• A reliable, organised and proactive approach to work
• The ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team
• The ability to work independently when required
• A willingness to learn and undertake further training
• EWP ticket
• Confined space ticket

Responsibilities

• Assisting qualified tradespeople with workshop activities, maintenance and repairs
• Performing general labouring and technical support tasks under supervision
• Preparing, cleaning and organising tools, parts, equipment and work areas
• Collecting and distributing parts, supplies, equipment and stores as directed
• Maintaining company vehicles, tools and equipment in a clean and serviceable condition
• Completing job cards, timesheets and required safety documentation accurately
• Conducting pre-start checks and following safe work procedures
• Identifying and reporting hazards, incidents, near misses and equipment defects
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised workshop
• Performing other duties within your skills and capabilities to support the workshop team

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

EWP ticket

Confined space ticket

Class C licence

Job description

Double R is an award winning “One Stop Shop” offering New Machinery Sales, Parts and Trade Services to the Transport, Agricultural, Mining and Construction industries throughout New South Wales and Western Australia. With nine locations and a team of almost 300 personnel, Double R offers potential candidates outstanding career opportunities.

At Double R, we value our employees – nobody is just a number. We offer all team members a great working environment, flexibility, career advancement opportunities and competitive packages.

Double R is seekinga Tradespersons Assistant to join the Hunter Valley's dynamic and engaged team. This is a full-time, workshop-based position working Monday to Friday, with overtime available. You will work alongside qualified tradespeople, providing practical assistance with workshop activities, equipment preparation and general labouring duties.

This is a great opportunity for someone with strong mechanical aptitude who enjoys hands‑on work and wants to develop their experience in a supportive workshop environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Assisting qualified tradespeople with workshop activities, maintenance and repairs
• Performing general labouring and technical support tasks under supervision
• Preparing, cleaning and organising tools, parts, equipment and work areas
• Collecting and distributing parts, supplies, equipment and stores as directed
• Maintaining company vehicles, tools and equipment in a clean and serviceable condition
• Completing job cards, timesheets and required safety documentation accurately
• Conducting pre‑start checks and following safe work procedures
• Identifying and reporting hazards, incidents, near misses and equipment defects
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised workshop
• Performing other duties within your skills and capabilities to support the workshop team

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Good mechanical aptitude and an interest in machinery or equipment
• Previous experience in a heavy fabrication workshop, with blasting and painting experience although this is not essential
• A current Class C driver’s licence
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• A reliable, organised and proactive approach to work
• The ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team
• The ability to work independently when required
• A willingness to learn and undertake further training
• EWP ticket
• Confined space ticket

What we can offer you:

• A permanent, full-time workshop-based position
• A varied role within a busy workshop
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress within a growing business
• Competitive pay
• Plenty of overtime
• Salary sacrificing options including novated leasing
• Shopping discounts at over 1,000 retailers

If you are mechanically minded, dependable and ready to contribute to a busy workshop team, we would love to hear from you.