Mechanical Trades Assistant

5 days ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Coates Full time

**About us**

You've probably heard of Coates or seen our orange hire equipment on job sites around Australia. But we're more than just scissor lifts and diggers. We're an end-to-end solutions company operating across five key areas: Equipment Hire; Engineering Solutions; Industrial Solutions; Power & HVAC; and Training.

We're proudly Australian-owned, with a long history of supporting customers to deliver major projects, and an exciting future focused on digital transformation, sustainability, and growth.

At Coates, we understand that we're nothing without great people. So, you don't just work for us, we work for you. We're here to support and equip you with great training and development, flexible work options, and a positive team environment to help you build your career from the ground up or take it to the next level.

**Your new role awaits**

Coates Mitchell branch is looking for a **Mechanical Trades Assistant** to join our team.

The role is responsible for the inspection and reporting of damage to incoming hire equipment, and ensuring equipment is ready, fit for purpose, and safe for its next hire assignment.

**A typical day for you**
- Perform basic equipment operational checks
- Minor repairs and adjustments and the use of test instruments
- Assist in keeping workshop clean, tidy, and safe
- Loading and unloading equipment for customers
- Assisting mechanics/electricians with major repairs
- Providing customer service and admin support in the office

**What you'll bring to the role**

Mechanical trade qualification isn't required, however, previous experience servicing vehicles, engines, small plant, landscaping equipment or similar will be beneficial for this role.
- Drivers Licence - essential
- Forklift - desirable
- Mechanically minded
- Keen sense of attention to detail
- Computer literate
- Be physically fit

**What you'll get in return**

As part of our team, you'll enjoy a range of perks and benefits including:

- ** Excellent hourly rates + overtime**:

- ** Permanent Full-time position**:

- **Monday to Friday - 7am to 3pm with potential for overtime**:

- ** Training including;** mechanical servicing, test & tag, fire extinguisher, and more
- Purchased extra leave program
- Discounted hire equipment
- Supportive and inclusive team culture
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Volunteering opportunities through the Coates Foundation

**Why Coates?**

At Coates, we know that people, organisations and communities thrive when everyone feels valued and included. So, we're proud to be implementing our second Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and working to continually improve gender representation and the development of our future female leaders via our annual LEAP program.

Safety always comes first at Coates. Our safety-driven processes and policies aim to ensure all stakeholders go to work and return home safely to their families and communities.

And to deliver on our wider people and planet responsibilities, we're committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions and supporting our national charities and local communities through the Coates Foundation.

**Ready to apply?**

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our culture. We're committed to continually increasing the diversity of our workforce, including leadership levels. We actively encourage all people to apply.

**Coates. **Equipped for you



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