Mechanical Trade Assistants

2 days ago

Rydalmere, New South Wales, Australia Randstad - Construction, Property & Engineering Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year
Mechanical Trade Assistants
Power Your Career with a Global Leader in Rydalmere

Are you a hands-on Mechanical Trade Assistant looking for a unique opportunity within a major industrial environment? Our client, a leading global manufacturer of components for locomotives, freight and passenger transit vehicles, is seeking skilled individuals to join their essential team in Rydalmere, NSW.

This is an exceptional opportunity to work hands-on with the complex mechanical heart of the rail industry. This workshop team focuses on the precision assembly, rigorous testing, and expert maintenance of highly engineered components for rail systems. You'll be crucial in ensuring the quality and reliability of parts that form the backbone of public and freight transport.

As a Mechanical Trade Assistant, you'll be integrated into a highly skilled workshop team that focuses on the precision assembly, rigorous testing, and expert maintenance of complex, highly engineered rail components.

You will be the support behind the workshop's efficiency, with tasks including:

  • Component Preparation: Preparing high-value mechanical parts for assembly and processing.
  • Workshop Logistics: Maintaining optimal organisation, inventory, and tool management.
  • Hands-on Support: Assisting skilled mechanical technicians with various dynamic, on-the-job tasks.
  • Quality Assurance: Ensuring all work meets the company's meticulous standards for the rail industry.
Why Join This Industrial Powerhouse in Rydalmere?
  • Stable & Reputable Company: Work for a well-established global leader in the rail and transit component manufacturing industry
  • Unique Workshop Environment: Gain hands-on experience in a specialised industrial setting, focusing on high-value mechanical and electrical rail components
  • Modern Facilities: Operate within a well-equipped, purpose-built, and safety-focused workshop
  • Team Collaboration: Be part of a supportive and highly skilled team dedicated to precision and quality in rail component production
  • Career Development: Opportunities for upskilling in specialised areas and long-term career growth within a critical industry
  • Rydalmere Location: Conveniently located for your daily commute with on-site parking

We're looking for enthusiastic, reliable individuals who possess a strong foundation in mechanical work. A partial completion of a Mechanical Trade is a significant advantage.

Essential Attributes:
  • Strong Mechanical Aptitude: A natural, practical ability to understand and work with mechanical systems
  • Laser-Sharp Attention to Detail: Meticulous work ethic is non-negotiable for rail component quality
  • Commitment to Safety: A proactive, unwavering focus on workplace health and safety
  • Team Player & Adaptable: Works well collaboratively and is eager to quickly learn new processes and technologies
  • Relevant Licences: A valid Driver's License and any industry-specific certifications are beneficial

If you are ready to apply your mechanical skills in a dynamic, high-impact industrial environment and contribute to a company that literally moves the world, we want to hear from you.

Click Apply now or email your current resume directly to Kathryn Mielekamp at

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

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