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Job Title


Trades Assistant


Company : Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd.


Location : Melbourne, Australia


Created : 2025-06-10


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About UsHitachi Construction Machinery (Australia) Pty Ltd is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment.The OpportunityWe are on the lookout for an experienced Trades Assistant to join our Service team based in Dandenong. Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, you will be responsible for assisting our tradespeople with their day to day tasks. This is an excellent opportunity for you to join the Hitachi team and work on some of Australias leading Earthmoving equipment.Key responsibilities include:Material handling and setting up of equipmentAssist in coordination of the work schedule and preparing jobsEnsure reports and paperwork are completed in a timely mannerGeneral housekeeping and cleaningConduct your work in compliance with all quality and safety standards and proceduresMaintaining rental fleet alongside qualified trades personTo be successful in the role, you will have:Previous experience in a trades assistant or similar rolePrevious hand and power tooling experience highly regardedStrong mechanical aptitudeAbility to work autonomously and within a teamExcellent interpersonal, communication skills and customer service etiquetteAn uncompromising commitment to quality workmanship and safety policies and proceduresBenefits - What''s in it for you?Rewarding hourly rate + potential overtime + company biannual bonuses! $$$Career: Permanent Full Time Position in a leading OEM with long term job securityEmployee Rewards: Exclusive staff discount on a range of goods and services through our Employee Rewards ProgramCareer Progression: OEM training and opportunities for upskilling with access to the latest technologiesCulture: Supportive mentors who value your input in finding new and improved ways to achieving successHealth: Discounted Medibank health insurance policy + EAP to support our employees and their familiesPaid Parental Leave Company PolicyEmployee Referral Program: successfully refer a friend and earn cash!At Hitachi, we value our people and work towards providing guidance on your career path towards a rewarding and successful experience. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who recruits based on merit and capabilities.As part of our recruitment process, successful candidates may be required to undergo background checks, including (but not limited to) criminal history record checks and employment medical assessments. #J-18808-Ljbffr