Trades Assistant

About the business

Progress Rail Australia, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products and services worldwide. Product technology, reliability and durability, along with aftermarket parts and service support, have been our keys to success.

About the role
The position of Engineering Process Worker (EPW)/Trades Assistant forms a key component of the Progress Rail Service team primarily responsible assisting all trades personnel with the daily tasks on the production floor.

Specific responsibilities

• Assist tradesperson with machine overhauls, rewinds and repairs.
• Clean, buff and paint components and parts.
• Operate machinery, as required, in order to perform tasks, where qualified and licenced. 
• Perform manual tasks as required, including safe working duties. 
• Undertake, as instructed by your Team Leader, other tasks which may be incidental & peripheral to your Trades Assistant role.
• Workshop housekeeping tasks, ensuring a clean and safe work environment Commitment to a Zero Harm workplace that promotes an excellent team work attitude.

About you

• Previous experience within a heavy maintenance, industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Certified competency as a forklift operator essential.
• Crane/Doggers ticket essential.
• Welding experience would be advantageous but not essential.
• Proven ability to organize and prioritise tasks, be flexible and resourceful, proactive and professional in manner with a high degree of initiative.
• Previous experience and training on Locomotive freight maintenance or service activities preferred but not essential.

What we offer

• Competitive starting rate with opportunities to increase based on skill set and/or length of service.
• Work a 9 day fortnight with a Rostered Day Off
• Great work life balance with our Monday to Friday work week
• 12% superannuation
• Access to overtime
• Opportunities for ongoing training to increase your skill set
• Secure on site parking.
• All uniforms & PPE provided.
• On site canteen

About Our Process

At Progress Rail, we are committed to employing individuals who align with our Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted for a role, including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug & alcohol testing and / or reference checks.

If you are ready for a new opportunity and would like to join a growing vibrant team, please apply.

We look forward to hearing from you.