Trade Assistant - Afternoon Shift

About Us


Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia (HCA) is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment. At the heart of HCA's trusted and reliable equipment range lies a team of talented and dedicated people committed to providing industry leading after sales service and reliable solutions.


The Opportunity


We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Trades Assistant to join our team based in Forrestdale. Working an afternoon shift, you will play a crucial role assisting Fitters in the remanufacturing of key components across the Hitachi product range. This role will give you access to OEM training, benefits, and an opportunity to build on existing skills.


Main responsibilities include:

• Pressure wash machine components
• Overhead Crane operation
• Forklift operation
• Assist Tradesmen to disassemble components in line with procedures when required
• Maintain a high level of accuracy when carrying out final QA inspections and pack units when ready for dispatch
• Assist in store control including receiving and dispatch of Reman items
• Soda Blast a range of machine components
• Maintain a clean and tidy working environment

As a Trades Assistant, you will have a strong safety focus and abide by site safety processes at all times.


To be successful in this role you will need to:

• Be mechanically minded with a willingness to learn
• Have the ability to recognise basic product quality deviations/faults
• Good communication skills and the ability to work autonomously or as part of a team
• Ability to work flexible hours/shifts and overtime when required
• Forklift License, dogging ticket and blasting experience will be advantageous

Benefits


What's in it for you? We are offering:

• A competitive hourly rate + 15% afternoon shift allowance + the potential to earn bi-annual bonuses!
• Work an afternoon shift from 2 pm - 10 pm
• A permanent long term career in a growing business
• Discounted health insurance premiums & access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supportive management who value your input in finding new and improved ways to achieving success
• Be a part of a leading OEM which genuinely values and ensures you are happy and safe at work!

Here at Hitachi, we believe that success comes from the partnership of our market-leading products and the quality of our people. We are an equal opportunity employer, do not discriminate on any basis and whole-heartedly value diversity at our company.