Tradesperson - Special Projects

About Us

PACCAR is a global market leader specialising in the design, manufacture and distribution of premium heavy commercial vehicles; Kenworth and DAF, related parts, leasing and financial services via an extensive dealer network throughout Australia.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a hands-on Special Project Trade Specialist to join our Product Development team in Baywater. This full-time role supports the R&D workshop in the development, testing and modification of prototype heavy vehicles. It’s a great opportunity for a skilled trade professional who enjoys working on new and evolving projects, solving problems, and contributing to innovative vehicle development.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with prototype assembly, fabrication and modification


• Support testing and certification activities


• Carry out maintenance on heavy vehicles and workshop equipment


• Contribute to day-to-day workshop operations


• Record work accurately and prepare clear documentation


• Follow safety procedures and support compliance requirements

About You

You are a qualified mechanical trade professional with strong hands-on experience and a practical, solutions-focused mindset. You are comfortable working in a changing environment, can read technical drawings, and bring a high level of care to both your workmanship and documentation.  You will also have:

• Cert IV in Mechanical Trade (essential)


• Experience in a mechanical trade, ideally in R&D or manufacturing


• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills


• Ability to read technical drawings and schematics


• Experience with hand, machine and measurement tools


• Knowledge of mechanical and pneumatic systems


• Forklift licence and HR heavy vehicle licence or higher


• Basic understanding of control and electrical systems

If you are adaptable, safety-focused, and ready to contribute to exciting development work, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Us?

In return, PACCAR offers great working conditions, a friendly team environment, an excellent salary package including generous superannuation, salary sacrifice, corporate health benefits, education support and long-term employment and career opportunities.