Workshop Trades Assistant

Energy Power Systems Australia; City of Monash; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cat University onboarding

Birthday & volunteer leave

Recognition awards

Referral incentives

Insurance discounts

Novated leasing

Parental leave

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Energy Power Systems Australia in Mulgrave, VIC, is seeking a hands-on Workshop Trades Assistant to join our CDC Workshop team. You will support the build, assembly, servicing and maintenance of Caterpillar power generation equipment.

This role suits someone with mechanical aptitude who enjoys practical work and wants to grow with a world-class organisation. You will work with experienced technicians and engineers across Australia, contributing to major customer projects.

Qualifications

• Mechanical experience or strong mechanical aptitude.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.
• Ability to read and interpret basic technical drawings, service manuals or schematics.
• Strong safety mindset and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new systems.
• Reliable, positive and team-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support engine build-up, workshop assembly and pre-delivery activities.
• Assist with repair work, maintenance and minor servicing tasks.
• Work collaboratively with workshop technicians, engineers and subcontractors.
• Support workshop administration and documentation requirements.
• Assist with quality inspections, testing and build records.
• Maintain workshop equipment, tools and housekeeping standards.
• Participate in safety activities, toolbox talks and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow all workshop procedures, work instructions and safety requirements.
• Assist with loading, moving and handling workshop materials and equipment.
• Provide general workshop support across customer projects and rental equipment activities.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Driver's Licence

Reading drawings

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Education

Mechanical trade qualification or trade assistant experience

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Energy Power Systems Australia – Mulgrave VIC

At Energy Power Systems Australia (EPSA), our team members work together to design, deliver and support the sustainable power solutions industries depend on.

From defence and data centres to mining operations, utilities and major infrastructure projects, the work we do keeps essential operations running.

As the Cat® engine dealer for Australia, Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands, EPSA provides world-class power solutions backed by global innovation and local expertise.

If you're looking to contribute to something bigger and help shape what’s next, this is an opportunity to do meaningful work with real impact.

As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a motivated and hands‑on Workshop Trades Assistant to join our CDC Workshop team based in Mulgrave, VIC.

About the Role:

Reporting to the Workshop Manager, the Workshop Trades Assistant plays an important role supporting the build, assembly, servicing and maintenance of Caterpillar power generation equipment within our CDC workshop.

This role is ideal for someone with mechanical aptitude who enjoys working in a hands‑on environment and wants to develop their career within a world‑class organisation. You'll work alongside experienced technicians, engineers and workshop personnel contributing to major customer projects across Australia.

Key Responsibilities:

Support engine build‑up, workshop assembly and pre‑delivery activities

Assist with repair work, maintenance and minor servicing tasks

Work collaboratively with workshop technicians, engineers and subcontractors

Support workshop administration and documentation requirements

Assist with quality inspections, testing and build records

Maintain workshop equipment, tools and housekeeping standards

Participate in safety activities, toolbox talks and continuous improvement initiatives

Follow all workshop procedures, work instructions and safety requirements

Assist with loading, moving and handling workshop materials and equipment

Provide general workshop support across customer projects and rental equipment activities

About You:

Mechanical experience or strong mechanical aptitude

Current Australian Driver's Licence

Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively

Ability to read and interpret basic technical drawings, service manuals or schematics

Strong safety mindset and commitment to quality workmanship

Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new systems

Reliable, positive and team-focused attitude

Ability to work collaboratively in a workshop environment

Highly regarded:

Mechanical trade qualification or trade assistant experience

Overhead crane experience

Dogging and/or Rigging licence

Experience within heavy equipment, power generation, automotive, manufacturing or industrial environments

At EPSA, our team members are trusted to solve complex challenges and deliver real outcomes for customers across Australia.

We believe great work happens when people feel supported, valued and connected to the impact of what they do, and when teams work together with integrity, accountability and care, guided by our SHAPE values every day.

We offer:

• Structured onboarding and development through Cat® University
• Paid birthday leave and volunteer leave
• Team member recognition and service awards
• Referral program incentives
• Retail and health insurance discounts
• Novated leasing options
• Paid parental leave
• Learning and development opportunities