Trade Assistant

7 days ago

Guildford, Australia WesTrac Full time

**Posted Date**:5 May 2025

**Location**:Guildford, WA, AU
- Reporting into the **WIP Shed Supervisor**, the **Trade Assistant**will join our WIP Shed Department on a Full Time basis at our South Guildford location. This role involves working alongside our CRC teams to manage and deliver work-in-progress materials between the WIP Shed and the Component Rebuild Centre. Key responsibilities include moving and managing materials, processing reman cores and dispatching, operating forklifts (including counterbalance and high reach), and maintaining accurate inventory records. Attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously are crucial for ensuring smooth and continuous operations.

**Department Overview**: The WIP Shed at WesTrac plays a crucial role in managing the flow of work-in-progress materials between strip down and rebuild stages. Supporting the Caterpillar Rebuild Centre with reliable and innovative solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and safety. The WIP Shed team is committed to upholding WesTrac’s core values of Safety, Pride, Accountability, Respect and Customer, ensuring that every task is completed to the highest standard.

**Roster**: 5 On, 2 Off - 2 weeks dayshift 2 weeks nightshift - 10 hrs/day

**What You’ll Do**:

- Assist in the movement of materials within the WIP Shed
- Manage inventory and ensure accurate record-keeping
- Operate forklifts, including counterbalance and high reach forklifts
- Support the team in maintaining high standards
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth workflow

**Skills & Experience**:

- Experience with mining, construction or industrial equipment
- Forklift License is essential; Dogging highly desired.
- Experience with Caterpillar Dealership and engine overhauls is highly advantageous.
- Good attitude with a strong work ethic.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Previous use of safety and risk assessment tools such as Job Safety Analysis and Take 5's.

**Our Benefits inclusive of but not limited to**:

- **Financial Benefits** - Paid Parental Leave & Secondary Carers Leave, Salary Sacrificing, Novated Leasing, Income Protection Insurance & More than 600 retail discounts such as Coles, Petbarn, Virgin, HOYTS & Crown.
- **Health & Wellness** - Discounts with BUPA, Fitness Passport to access multiple gyms across Australia & EAP access to support you and your immediate family.
- **Culture & Career** - Personal and Team Recognition (Made for More Awards), Internal Career Progression, Training & Upskilling through our award-winning WesTrac Institute.
- **Recommend & Spend** - Opportunity to receive a referral bonus up to $5000 for applicable roles.
- **Additional Perks** - Emergency Services Leave, Defence Force Reserves Leave & Employee Share Purchase Plan opportunity.

**Our Company & Commitment**
- With over 4,500 employees, WesTrac is one of the world's largest authorised Cat® equipment dealers, offering a wide range of mining and construction equipment and management solutions.

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