We are seeking an eager and motivated Trades Assistant to join our Trailer Shed in Coffs Harbour on a full time basis. This role is well suited to someone with a strong mechanical aptitude who enjoys a hands‑on approach

What’s On Offer:

- Permanent role, Monday to Friday dayshift
- Additional overtime hours and shifts available, paid at overtime rates
- Competitive hourly rate $
- Retention bonus paid on your anniversary
- Weekly tool allowance
- Uniforms are supplied and laundered
- Modern, clean, state of the art workshop and well maintained vehicles
- Secure long-term employment, with reliable payment of weekly wages
- Want to work Part Time on Fixed Days – we are open to discussing options

Additional Benefits:

- Receive a Gift to celebrate your service milestones
- Get a $1500 reward for referring others to Lindsay
- Score a 40% discount on Ringers Western merch and 15% off Bridgestone Tyres
- Lease your next Vehicle pre-tax through our Novated Leasing partner
- Access to financial support to complete training & tickets
- Ongoing career development and transfer opportunities in our growing Aus-wide business
- Supportive, safety-first and inclusive workplace culture

What You’ll Do:

- This role is well suited to someone with a strong mechanical aptitude who enjoys a hands‑on approach:
- Assisting qualified tradespeople with mechanical repairs and panel work
- Preparing vehicles, components, and work areas for mechanical work
- Using hand and power tools to support mechanical tasks
- Preparing surfaces for fibreglassing (cleaning, sanding, masking)
- Mixing resins and applying fibreglass materials under supervision
- Trimming, sanding, and finishing fibreglass components to specification
- Supporting repairs to vehicle bodies, panels, and structural components





What You’ll Bring:

- Prior experience working in a mechanical workshop environment
- The ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision
- Have an eager and positive mindset
- Clear and concise communication skills
- Motivated, reliable and a good work ethic

Candidates must have valid and current Australian working rights to be considered for this position.

Equal Employment Prospect: The Lindsay Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Drive Your Career Forward with Lindsay Australia At Lindsay Australia, we're proud to connect communities whilst delivering Australia's best. As a leader in the refrigerated transport and logistics industry, our focus is simple: deliver exceptional service while supporting the people who make it all possible—our team. Across more than 60 transport and rural depots Australiawide, we offer exciting career opportunities in over 80 different roles—from local and long-distance drivers to warehouse, workshop, and office professionals. When you join Lindsay, you’re not just taking a job—you’re stepping into a team that values hard work, supports your growth, and takes pride in doing things the right way. We work hard to maintain quality equipment, well‑run facilities, and a supportive and safe environment for our people. If you’re reliable, motivated, and looking to be part of a team that makes a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. Join the team that keeps our nation moving. Join Lindsay Australia.

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📌 Trade Assistant (Coffs Harbour City Council)
🏢 Lindsay Australia
📍 Coffs Harbour City Council