Trades Assistant

3 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Penske Full time

**About Penske**

With over 1,100 employees across Australia and New Zealand, **Penske** is an iconic brand in both the business and racing worlds and a Fortune 500 company with a global presence. We operate across some of the most dynamic on and off-highway markets in the country, including road transport, energy solutions, mining, rail, defence and commercial marine. Penske is a leading distributor of premium power systems solutions from **_mtu_**, Detroit** and **Allison Transmission** and the distributor of **Western Star Trucks, Dennis Eagle and MAN** **Truck & Bus**.

**Your New Opportunity**

Due to continued growth, our production team in Wacol have an opportunity for multiple **Trade Assistant **roles at our facility in **Wacol, Brisbane**. This role includes fitting after-market accessories and parts, minor repairs and rectifications, quality checking and following work orders to final inspection. You will work under the guidance and mentorship of our experienced team members and supervisors.

**About the Job**
- Operating in a busy production workshop, our Trades Assistants are assigned to work orders and complete the tasks required to ensure our trucks are delivered on-time and to the standards expected of our Dealers and Customers
- Perform tasks that assists in the efficient running of the workshop
- Test parts, accessories and equipment to ensure the work has been completed to the required specification and in line with our quality system
- Ensure all tools and equipment used in the performance of work is safe to use and stored in a clean and safe manner
- Complete all records and paperwork accurately as required

**About You**
- You have a mechanical aptitude with an interest in the automotive heavy vehicle sector
- You have previous assembly or similar experience
- You can follow and complete paperwork and have knowledge of quality systems and controls
- You are focussed and complete tasks assigned in a safe, efficient and independent manner
- You are skilled in the use of hand and power tools and like to problem solve
- You are a team player with a can-do attitude with the ability to listen, learn and follow directions
- You are reliable, punctual and take pride in your team's achievements

**Why choose Team Penske?**

At Penske, we know that it is our people at the heart of our success, and we want to make sure you have everything you need to do a great job. That is why as well as a great work environment, we offer the following benefits:

- Accredited Training & Development Programs
- Commitment to providing the highest levels of safety, technical and leadership training
- Competitive Remuneration
- Reward and Recognition Programs
- Employee Referral Program - generous employee referral fees.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Family Friendly Benefits including Paid Parental Leave
- Access to Discounted Travel, Health Insurance & Motor Vehicle benefits

**Be ambitious. We are.

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