Workshop Trades Assistant: Hands-On Mechanical Support

K&S Corporation; City of Mount Gambier; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Uniform provided

Novated lease option

Salary sacrifice

Health plan discount

Employee recognition program

24/7 Employee assistance program

Career development support

Paid parental leave

Background checks

Job summary

K&S Corporation is seeking a motivated Trade Assistant for their busy Mount Gambier workshop. This hands-on role suits someone mechanically minded, eager to learn and willing to contribute to a high‑performing team in a fast-moving environment.

You will work under an experienced workshop manager, taking ownership of tasks, staying safety-focused, and supporting tradespeople with cleaning, painting and maintenance activities. A reliable team player is essential.

Qualifications

• Reliable, practical and not afraid of hard work.
• Mechanically minded with genuine interest in the trade.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Committed to high standards of cleanliness and safety.
• Able to safely undertake manual tasks (including lifting 20kg+)
• Positive attitude with strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high housekeeping standards across the workshop.
• Keep the workshop clean, orderly and safe.
• Ensure tools, equipment and facilities are maintained in good working order.
• Assist tradespeople with cleaning, painting and completion of repair and maintenance tasks.
• Performance of other general yard duties as required.

Skills

Reliability

Mechanically minded

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Manual lifting 20kg+

Team player

Good communication

Driver's licence

Job description

K&S Corporation is seeking a motivated Trade Assistant for their busy Mount Gambier workshop. This hands-on role suits someone mechanically minded, eager to learn and willing to contribute to a high‑performing team in a fast-moving environment.

You will work under an experienced workshop manager, taking ownership of tasks, staying safety-focused, and supporting tradespeople with cleaning, painting and maintenance activities. A reliable team player is essential.