Trades Assistant

About Us:

At Komatsu Australia you’ll be part of an inclusive culture where all our people thrive, reflected in our purpose: creating value together. We encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply for this role.

The Opportunity:

Work alongside our Service Team, supporting Technicians with day-to-day tasks and helping keep workshop and yard operations running smoothly

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the daily operation of the Service and Parts yard and storage areas.
• Assist Technicians and Parts personnel with workshop and yard duties.
• Complete pre-start checks on used equipment, forklifts, cranes and trailers.
• Pressure wash, clean and detail machinery and equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised work environment.
• Complete required documentation and follow company procedures.
• Work collaboratively with the team and identify opportunities for improvement.

Role Located: Komatsu Welshpool  

Working Hours: 5 days on 2 days off, 38 hours per week

Potential Annual Earnings: $116,000 (Weekly Pay and Potential Overtime)

What we are looking for:

• Previous Trades Assistant experience working on heavy equipment, mining, or industrial machinery.
• Current C Class Driver's Licence.
• Hold, or be willing and able to obtain, relevant High Risk Work Licences, including Forklift, Rigging and EWP.
• Commitment to safety, hazard identification and risk management.
• Ability to perform manual handling tasks safely.
• Knowledge of basic machining processes will be highly regarded.

Why work for us!

Komatsu benefits:

• Families Policy: 16 weeks of paid primary carer parental leave, 4 weeks of secondary carer leave, plus many more family friendly benefits.
• Financial:  Income Protection Insurance and Death & Diability Insurance provided through our company superannuation fund ; Novated Leasing options available.
• Career: Recognition, awards, flexibility, further education studies and internal career development.
• Health: Corporate discount with Bupa, Total Wellbeing Solution with CU Health
• Travel: Discounts with Avis, Qantas, Crown, IHG and travel agents.
• Yearly Bonus: Potential to receive a yearly bonus.
• Referral Program: $3000 referral payment for referring a successful new employee to Komatsu.

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Komatsu offers a zero-harm culture in the workplace and competitive remuneration package. We employ people with different skills, abilities, cultural backgrounds, experiences, preferences, ethnicities and from different generations. Komatsu is committed to a workplace where women can thrive.