General Assistant
Basic Trailers
Pooraka, Adelaide SA
Trades & Services → Labourers
Full time | $55,000 + Super
About Basic Trailers
We're a proudly Australian-owned manufacturer, building high-quality trailers from the ground up right here in Adelaide. Known for quality workmanship, practical thinking and doing things properly, we continue to improve our workshop, systems and facilities to support a growing team.
As we've grown, so has the number of important jobs that keep the business operating efficiently. We're now looking for a reliable General Assistant to help maintain the high standards we're known for.
About the Role
This is a hands-on position where you'll take ownership of keeping our workshop, offices, vehicles and grounds clean, organised and operating efficiently.
One day you might be mowing the lawns, the next collecting parts from a supplier, detailing a company vehicle, pressure washing equipment, restocking workshop consumables or completing routine cleaning around the business.
We're looking for someone who enjoys working independently, notices jobs that need doing and takes pride in maintaining a workplace that both our team and customers enjoy.
Key Responsibilities
General cleaning of offices, workshop amenities and common areas
Maintain kitchens, bathrooms and staff facilities
Restock consumables throughout the business
Empty bins and manage waste and recycling
Lawn mowing and general grounds maintenance
Pressure wash buildings, equipment and trailers
Window cleaning
Detail company vehicles
Collect parts and complete local deliveries




Assist with stock replenishment
Test and tag electrical equipment (training provided)
Complete minor maintenance and repair tasks
Support the workshop with general duties when required
Identify opportunities to improve the presentation and organisation of the business
What We're Looking For
Reliable, trustworthy and self-motivated
Able to work independently with minimal supervision
Takes pride in maintaining a clean and organised workplace
Enjoys practical, hands-on work and variety throughout the day
Notices jobs that need doing and gets on with them
Good time management and organisational skills
Physically fit and capable of manual work
Current driver's licence required
Experience in cleaning, maintenance, gardening, warehousing or manufacturing is advantageous but not essential
Requirements
Full Australian working rights
Must currently reside in South Australia or be able to attend interviews in Adelaide
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
Must be willing to complete a police clearance if required
Current driver's licence required
Forklift licence advantageous but not essential
What We Offer
Stable full-time role with consistent hours
Monday to Friday employment
Annual pay reviews
Monthly breakfasts, lunches and team events
Modern workshop with structured systems and processes
Training provided where required
Paid on time, every time
Prospect to take genuine ownership of your role and make a real difference around the business
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📌 General Assistant (Adelaide)
🏢 Basic Trailers
📍 Adelaide