Absolute Enterprises is a growing engineering and heavy industry business supporting mining and industrial clients across Queensland.

Our Cooling Division specialises in the repair, overhaul, manufacture, and service exchange of heavy-duty radiators, coolers, heat exchangers, and cooling components for mining and industrial equipment.

With continued growth across the division, we are looking for motivated and mechanically minded people to join our team.

About the Role

We are currently seeking a Trade Assistant / Cooling Technician to join our Cooling Division workshop in Paget.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working with tools, learning new skills, and being part of a fast-paced workshop environment.

You will work alongside experienced tradespeople on a wide range of mining and heavy equipment cooling components including radiators, oil coolers, aftercoolers, nosecones, and heat exchangers.

This role offers strong long-term opportunities for someone who wants to grow within the business and build a career in the heavy industry sector.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with repairs and overhauls of mining and industrial cooling components

Pressure testing, cleaning, flushing, and inspection of radiators and coolers

Strip, assemble, and prepare components for repair work

Assist trades personnel with workshop tasks and job preparation

Operate workshop equipment and tools safely and efficiently

Maintain workshop cleanliness and organisation





Support workshop productivity and workflow requirements

Follow safety procedures and maintain quality standards

About You

Mechanically minded with a strong work ethic

Previous workshop, TA, radiator, boilermaker, or mechanical experience highly regarded

Experience in mining, heavy industry, automotive, or engineering environments advantageous

Ability to work well within a team workplace

Reliable, motivated, and willing to learn

Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship

Ability to work safely and follow procedures

Forklift ticket or HR licence advantageous but not essential

What We Offer

Competitive hourly rates + overtime opportunities

Stable full-time position with ongoing work

Opportunity to grow within a rapidly expanding division

Modern workshop and equipment

Supportive team environment

Ongoing training and development

Opportunity to work on large-scale mining and industrial equipment

Why Join Absolute Enterprises?

At Absolute Enterprises, we are building a high-performance workshop culture focused on:

Quality workmanship

Accountability

Teamwork

We are investing heavily into our people, systems, and workshop capabilities and are looking for the right people to grow with us.

If you are someone who takes pride in your work, wants to learn, and enjoys being part of a strong workshop team - we would like to hear from you.

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📌 Trade Assistant - Cooling Technician (Erakala)
🏢 Absolute Enterprises
📍 Erakala