About Schlam Payload

Schlam Payload is the global expert in load and haul attachments.

Headquartered in Western Australia, we design and manufacture the industry’s leading mining truck bodies and buckets for hard rock operations. Backed by unmatched lifecycle support, our focus on innovation, engineering excellence, and quality has made us the partner of choice for many of the world’s leading mining companies.

About the Role

We're looking for a reliable, energetic, and versatile Workshop & Trades Assistant to join our Muswellbrook team. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys a variety of work, thrives in a busy workshop workplace, and wants to be part of a team that supports the mining and heavy industry sectors.

What You'll Be Doing

No two days are the same. You'll be involved in:
Unloading trailers and deliveries using a forklift and workshop lifting equipment
Assisting tradespeople with fabrication, assembly, repairs, and workshop tasks
Moving materials throughout the workshop and yard
Keeping the workshop clean, organised, and running efficiently
Supporting painting and surface preparation activities
Conducting equipment pre-starts and general workshop maintenance




Helping maintain a secure workplace for everyone on site

What We're Looking For
Current Forklift Licence (LF) - essential
Current driver's licence
Physically fit and capable of manual handling and active work
Strong work ethic and willingness to jump in where needed
Experience in a workshop, manufacturing, mining, engineering, or industrial environment
Positive attitude, reliability, and team-first mindset
Highly Regarded
Overhead Crane (CB) experience
Non-Slewing Mobile Crane (CN) experience
Experience unloading trailers and handling heavy components
Exposure to painting, blasting, or surface preparation

Don't have your Crane tickets yet? That's okay. If you've got the right attitude and willingness to learn, we'll support the right candidate to obtain the required qualifications.

Why Join Us?
Prospect to lead meaningful operational transformation
Be part of a business focused on innovation and growth
Drive real impact in productivity, quality, and customer delivery

Think you've got what it takes? Join our close-knit team, bring your forklift licence, and apply today!

📌 Workshop & Trades Assistant Newcastle
🏢 Payload Industries
📍 Newcastle