14th August, 2026

Trades Assistant
Location: Campbelltown, NSW
Company: Freighter Group
Freighter Group is one of Australia's leading manufacturers and suppliers of transport equipment. Due to continued growth, we are seeking a motivated and reliable Trades Assistant to join our Service team at our Campbelltown dealership.
This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced technicians, develop your skills and build a long-term career within the heavy vehicle industry.
About the Role
As a Trades Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting our workshop by:
Assisting technicians with servicing, repairs and trailer modifications.
Preparing trailers for workshop repairs and customer delivery.
Washing of Customer and Company equipment.
Performing basic mechanical and fabrication support tasks.
Operating workshop equipment safely and efficiently.
Maintaining a clean, organised and safe workshop.
Assisting with lifting, moving and positioning components and trailers.
Carrying out general workshop and housekeeping duties.
Supporting the team to ensure customer work is completed safely, efficiently and on time.

About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:




A strong work ethic and positive attitude.
A genuine interest in the heavy vehicle or automotive industry.
The ability to work in a quick-paced team environment.
A commitment to workplace safety and quality workmanship.
Good communication skills and a willingness to learn.
A current driver's licence (HR/HC licence or forklift licence is advantageous but not essential).

Previous experience as a Trades Assistant, Mechanical Assistant, Trailer Technician Assistant or within a heavy vehicle workshop will be highly regarded, however we are also happy to consider applicants looking to start a career in the industry.
What We Offer
Secure, full time employment.
Monday to Friday role.
Ongoing training and career development.
Opportunity to learn from experienced heavy vehicle and Vehicle Building technicians.
Modern workshop with quality equipment.
Supportive team culture focused on safety, quality and continuous improvement.

If you're hands-on, enjoy problem solving and are looking for a rewarding career in the heavy vehicle industry, we'd love to hear from you.

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