Trade Assistant

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Trade Assistant - Ryde
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Trade Assistant
$31.21 - $35.81 per hour
Up to $85,000+ Earning Potential
Dedicated employee benefit programs
Looking for your next opportunity? Contribute your experience and skills to our team We're currently seeking a driven individual that has a basic to intermediate understanding of mechanical knowledge to join our team as a
Trade Assistant
.
This role provides support to our mechanical tradespeople and wider workshop based team to ensure our high standards in maintaining and upkeeping our fleet are consistently met. Come on board with Busways at our
Ryde
Depot.
What We Offer
Earning Potential: Up to $85,000+ including reasonable overtime loading and generous allowances
Base rate of $31.21 - $35.81 per hour, depending on skills and experience
Attendance Allowance: $15.08 payable on rostered worked hours
Annual Leave: loading of 17.5% - 20% (dependent on consecutive shift type and pattern)
Up to 5 weeks annual leave (dependent on consecutive shift type and pattern)
15 days sick leave accrued annually
Eligible for long service leave after 7 years
Ongoing Training and Development: opportunity to undertake additional training and certifications to support and advance your skills
Exposure to Advanced Technologies: Assist with a range of vehicles, including Euro 5 & 6 technologies
Licence Upgrade Opportunities: Upgrade from a car licence to MR licence, with costs covered by the company
Career Progression: The chance to fulfil higher duties or undertake additional roles
Benefit Programs: Fitness passport, Novated Lease options, Employee Assistance Programs and more
Team Environment: Work in a close knit, team oriented environment with quarterly BBQs to celebrate together
Employee Referral Programs: Opportunity to earn a cash bonus for successfully referring qualified candidates for selected positions
Role Responsibilities
This role requires a mature and professional approach with excellent communication skills. Your main duties will include:
Performing minor repairs and service of vehicles and equipment, in a timely manner, within your skill level and experience under the supervision of a qualified tradesperson
Moving buses within the yard, parking and refuelling them
Pick-up and delivery of parts and other objects as required by the Workshop Supervisor or Leading Hand
General yard/workshop cleaning and maintenance
Store duties as and when required by the supervisor
Performing other general, non-trades services as directed
Adhering to all Work, Health & Safety requirements whilst performing work duties
Maintaining clean workshop practices
Maintaining and performing all workshop practices in a manner that adheres to all Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) regulations
Our workshop staff play a critical role within the business to ensure our ever-evolving fleet of vehicles are continually maintained to the highest standard to keep our staff and passengers safe out on the road.
You can expect to be provided with all necessary training, this will include relevant information about our various makes and models of vehicles to ensure a thorough understanding of standards required to meet contract obligations.
About Us
Busways is the largest Australian-owned bus operator and most experienced Australian bus specialist, delivering high-performing transport services since 1942. As the first choice for real-world solutions, we provide public bus services on behalf of state governments. Our team of 2,800 operates 1,350 buses and 47 million journeys annually.
Choose An Organisation That Values You
We invite you to consider Busways as your Employer of choice through this opportunity. Join an organisation who supports an inclusive and safe, team focused environment, where you can expect to work alongside leaders and colleagues with diverse skills and knowledge to share, contributing towards the creation of a meaningful employment experience. We value, recognise and appreciate that our employees are the driving force behind our success, allowing us to thrive.
We offer our employees the chance to develop, evolve and take on additional duties throughout their time with us, providing possibilities to progress their career over time. We encourage our employees to follow their passion for growth within the organisation, supporting advancement throughout the journey they choose to share with us.
The Successful Applicant Will
A willingness to work a variety of shifts
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
Experience in working in a team environment on daily maintenance and repair schedules
Confidence in using computers and software packages
Be proactive with a drive to finding better ways to continuously improve and be adaptable in a dynamic and growing team
We are looking for real, not perfect individuals that are passionate and invested in achieving outcomes
Be physically fit to carry out the necessities of the role which includes heavy lifting
Be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have unrestricted working rights in Australia
Hold a current Unrestricted Australian drivers licence issued by the relevant State
Highly Regarded
Experience in a similar role and environment is preferred, however, not necessary as we are willing to train and develop the right individuals for the position.
Medium Rigid (MR) or higher licence class
Apply now:
If you believe this is the perfect role for you, please apply by submitting a resume and a cover letter that specifically addresses your suitability to the role Individual applications will be processed as soon as they are received. Applications can be submitted by clicking 'Apply Now' or sending an email to:â ¯
For any queries about the role please contact the Regional Assets Manager, Fleet: Branko Pecanac on
.
Busways is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from all individuals, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and those from diverse social, cultural, and gender backgrounds.
No agency applications, please.
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