Trades Assistant: Forklift-Licensed in Equipment Workshop

AustChrome; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 59,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent hourly rate

Overtime opportunities

Industry-leading equipment

Supportive team

Job summary

Haynes People is seeking a safety‑focused Trades Assistant to join a busy heavy equipment workshop in Toowoomba. You will support maintenance, repair and rebuild work on Caterpillar and other machinery, assisting qualified tradespeople in a hands‑on environment.

This role offers full‑time hours with overtime, an excellent hourly rate, and the opportunity to gain experience with world‑class equipment while prioritising safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Current Forklift Licence (LF) – Essential.
• Experience as a Trades Assistant, Workshop Assistant or similar role.
• Experience around heavy equipment, machinery, mining or construction equipment.
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
• Ability to undertake physically demanding work.
• Current Driver's Licence and reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Assist tradespeople with maintenance, repair and rebuild of Caterpillar and heavy equipment.
• Prepare tools, equipment and work areas for maintenance.
• Load, unload and move parts and machinery using a forklift and other approved material-handling equipment.
• Operate forklifts safely and in accordance with company and site procedures.
• Assist with equipment inspections and servicing activities.
• Perform general workshop duties, housekeeping and maintain a clean, organised work environment.
• Follow Workplace Health & Safety policies, procedures and safe work practices.
• Identify and report hazards, incidents and equipment defects.

Skills

Forklift Licence (LF)

Trades Assistant experience

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Haynes People is seeking a safety‑focused Trades Assistant to join a busy heavy equipment workshop in Toowoomba. You will support maintenance, repair and rebuild work on Caterpillar and other machinery, assisting qualified tradespeople in a hands‑on environment.

This role offers full‑time hours with overtime, an excellent hourly rate, and the opportunity to gain experience with world‑class equipment while prioritising safety and teamwork.