Trade Assistant

Talent Focus; Sydney; On-site; AUD 59,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Training & development opportunities

Stable, full-time opportunity

Job summary

Talent Focus in Sydney's Smithfield area is seeking a reliable Trades Assistant to support Service Technicians with disassembly, assembly and preparation of customer products in a hands-on workshop environment.

You will operate forklifts and overhead cranes, maintain a clean and safe workshop, and assist with receiving deliveries and final product assembly. This full-time role offers Monday to Friday hours, overtime options and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• General mechanical experience in a workshop environment.
• Hands-on experience with service or similar equipment.
• Forklift Licence preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist Service Technicians with disassembly and assembly of customer products.
• Clean, organise and prepare parts and equipment.
• Maintain a clean, tidy and organised workshop environment.
• Receive and assist with incoming product deliveries.
• Assist with painting and final assembly of products.
• Pack and prepare completed products for shipment.
• Assist Service Technicians with repairs, servicing and other workshop activities.
• Operate plant and equipment, including forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Follow all company policies, procedures and WHS requirements.
• Maintain positive and professional working relationships with Service Centre team members.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Forklift licence

Overhead crane

Workshop hands-on

Job description

Trades Assistant

Smithfield | Full-Time | $32.9606 per hour + Benefits

Our client is an established and reputable organization with a strong focus on delivering quality products and professional service to its customers.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking a reliable and hands‑on Trades Assistant to join their Service Centre team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a mechanical background who enjoys practical workshop‑based work and is looking to develop their skills within a supportive and professional environment.

What’s on Offer?

• Hours: Monday to Friday | 7:00am – 3:00pm
• Hourly Rate: $32.9606 per hour
• Overtime paid at double time from the first 15 minutes
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Training and development opportunities
• Stable, full‑time opportunity with an established organization

About the Role

As a Trades Assistant, you will provide hands‑on support to Service Technicians with the disassembly, assembly, servicing and preparation of customer products.

Working under the guidance of qualified technicians and reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, you will play an important role in ensuring products are serviced, prepared and completed to a high standard while maintaining a safe, clean and organised workshop.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Service Technicians with the disassembly and assembly of customer products
• Clean, organise and prepare parts and equipment
• Maintain a clean, tidy and organised workshop environment
• Receive and assist with incoming product deliveries
• Assist with painting and final assembly of products
• Pack and prepare completed products for shipment
• Assist Service Technicians with repairs, servicing and other workshop activities
• Operate plant and equipment, including forklifts and overhead cranes
• Follow all company policies, procedures and WHS requirements
• Maintain positive and professional working relationships with Service Centre team members

About You To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous general mechanical experience
• Practical, hands‑on experience in a workshop, service or similar environment
• Experience working with mechanical products or similar equipment
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Forklift Licence – preferred
• Previous overhead crane experience – preferred

If you’re a motivated and reliable Trades Assistant looking for a stable Monday‑to‑Friday opportunity with excellent benefits, training opportunities and the chance to further develop your mechanical skills, we’d love to hear from you.