Trade Assistant - Yatala

OTR Tyres; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

OTR Tyres, Wheels & Axles is seeking a Trade Assistant to join our busy production workshop in Yatala. You will support the manufacture, repair and maintenance of wheels and axles alongside an experienced team.

Ideal candidates have hands-on experience in similar roles, a focus on safety, and the ability to work well within a team. A current HR forklift license is highly desirable, and the role includes full-time hours with overtime when required.

Qualifications

• Experience in similar roles with manual handling and mechanical tools.
• Experience with blasting and paint environments in manufacturing.
• Strong safety and teamwork mindset.
• Willingness to undertake manual work and varied tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacture, repair and maintenance of wheels and axles in the workshop.
• Assist in production tasks in a busy environment.
• Operate forklifts up to 5 t where required.
• Complete pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol screening.

Skills

Manual handling

Safety minded

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

High Risk Forklift license (HR)

Tools

Forklift operation

Blasting environments

Job description

Build Your Career with OTR Tyres Wheels and Axles!

Join Our Team as a Trade Assistant!

Are you hardworking, energetic and ready to get stuck in? OTR Tyres, Wheels & Axles is looking for a motivated Trade Assistant to join our busy production workshop in Yatala.

You'll play an important role in our workshop, supporting the manufacture, repair and maintenance of wheels and axles while working alongside an experienced and supportive team.

What We're Looking For:

• Hands-on experience in similar roles, particularly with manual handling and mechanical hand tools
• Experience with blasting and paint environments, particularly within manufacturing or machinal environments
• A strong commitment to safety and teamwork, with a positive can-do attitude
• Willingness to undertake manual work and various tasks
• Experience operating forklifts up to 5 T
• Good organisational skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team

What You’ll Need:

• A current High Risk Forklift license (highly desirable but not essential)
• Ability to pass a fitness-for-duty medical assessment
• Ability to pass a drug & alcohol screen

Why Join OTR?

• Family-friendly and inclusive team culture
• Excellent work/life balance and supportive environment
• Weekly pay cycle
• Immediate start available—or we're happy to wait for the right candidate!
• Full-time hours (Monday to Friday, 38 hours per week) plus overtime as needed
• As an Australian-owned national leader in tyre, wheel, and axle solutions across the transport, construction, mining, and agriculture industries, OTR offers opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career anywhere in the country.
• We're proud of our diverse and welcoming workforce, with opportunities for development and movement within our branches nationwide.

Successful applicants will need to complete a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening, and provide proof of working rights in Australia.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.