Kilsyth VIC 3137
Full Time

Job Description

Best Large Medium Industry Award Winner 2025

Automotive Trades Assistant – Full-time permanent role.

At Original Engine Co (OEC), we’re Australia’s leading engine remanufacturer — and proud back-to-back winners of the Best Automotive Business at the VACC Automotive Industry Awards. We’re passionate about quality, innovation, and growing great careers.

We’re offering an exciting opportunity for a Trades Assistant to join our engine remanufacturing team. This is a full-time, entry-level role with all training provided — perfect for someone looking to build a career in the automotive industry.

If you’re hands-on, eager to learn, and want to work with a supportive team in a up-to-date, well-equipped workshop, this could be your next step.

What You’ll Do

You’ll play a key role in supporting our trades team through a wide variety of engine remanufacturing and preparation tasks, including:
Dismantling engines and engine components
Cleaning engine parts using ultrasonic, hot tank and wash tanks
Hydro blasting components to exacting standards
Assisting with cylinder head machining and component buffing
Preparing engine blocks and cylinder heads for reassembly
General workshop duties as required

What You Bring




An interest in engines and the automotive trade
Positive manual dexterity and confidence using hand tools
Ability to follow instructions and procedures
Team-oriented mindset with a can-do attitude
Reliable and committed work ethic
Car driver’s licence (essential)

Why Join OEC?
Above award wages + paid overtime at double time
Job stability in a growing and respected business
A clean, modern, and well-organised workshop
Free uniform and on-site parking
Career development and progression opportunities
Weekly morning teas and monthly Friday lunches

Hours of Work (38 hours/week):
Mon–Thurs: 7:00am–3:30pm
Fri: 7:00am–2:45pm
Additional hours may be required on occasion and will be paid at double time.

How to Apply

Send your resume and a short cover letter outlining your experience, interest in the role, and why you’d love to join Original Engines Co.

Please note: Applications may close early if the right candidate is found. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Job Types: Full time, Permanent

Pay: $26.00 – $30.00 per hour

Licence/Certification:
Full Driver Licence (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:
Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Automotive Engine Trades Assistant Kilsyth (Australia)
🏢 Original Engines
📍 Australia