Build your skills. Learn something new. Grow with Southcott.

Southcott is looking for a reliable, mechanically minded Trades Assistant to join our Brisbane Branch.

You don’t need previous hose or hydraulics experience. If you’re practical, comfortable using basic hand tools and keen to learn, we’ll provide the training you need to develop your skills.

Permanent, full-time position

Benefits

- Hands-on training provided
- Opportunity to develop valuable technical skills
- Supportive and experienced team

About the role

You’ll work as part of our branch team, supporting the manufacture and preparation of hydraulic hose assemblies, customer orders, stock movements and general workshop activities.

It’s a varied, practical role suited to someone who enjoys working with tools, takes pride in doing things properly and wants the opportunity to build a career in the hydraulics industry.

What you’ll do

Learn to manufacture hydraulic hose assemblies

Measure, cut and prepare hoses and components

Operate workshop equipment following training

Complete basic job documentation and data entry

Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop

Assist experienced team members with workshop activities

What we’re looking for

Hydraulics experience isn’t essential. We’re looking for someone who brings:

A practical approach

Mechanical aptitude and confidence using basic hand tools

A strong work ethic and willingness to learn

Basic math's and computer skills

Clear communication and a helpful attitude

A strong commitment to safety

Previous experience in a workshop, warehouse, manufacturing, mechanical or trade workplace would be an advantage.





A forklift or MR truck licence would also be beneficial but is not essential.

Southcott is one of Australia’s leading manufacturers and suppliers of hydraulic solutions. Established in 1886, we offer the security of a long-standing Australian business together with genuine opportunities to learn, develop and grow.

You’ll receive practical, on-the-job training, work alongside an experienced team and gain technical skills that can open the door to further opportunities within the hydraulics industry.

How we work

- Accountability – Own It: We take responsibility for our work and our impact, following through on what we say we’ll do.
- Communication – Listen and Connect: We share ideas openly, listen carefully and adapt our approach to build understanding across the business.
- Open-mindedness – Think Differently: We welcome new ideas, explore options and learn from diverse perspectives to make better decisions.
- Ambition – Go Further: We take initiative, embrace change and push for improvement with courage & determination.
- Respect – Value Everyone: We treat people fairly, act courteously and build positive, productive relationships based on trust.

If you’re mechanically minded, ready to learn and looking for a role with long-term potential, we’d like to hear from you.

We will interview suitable candidates as applications are received, so please don’t delay.

Applicants must have appropriate working rights in Australia.

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📌 Trades Assistant (Brisbane City)
🏢 southcott
📍 Brisbane City