Job Description
Build your skills. Learn something new. Grow with Southcott.
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Southcott is looking for a reliable, mechanically minded Trades Assistant to join our Sydney Branch.
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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.
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Employment type, training and company
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Permanent, full-time position
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Hands-on training provided
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Established Australian business
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Chance to develop valuable technical skills
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Supportive and experienced team
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About the role
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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.
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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.
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What you'll do
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Learn to manufacture hydraulic hose assemblies
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Measure, cut and prepare hoses and components
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Operate workshop equipment following training
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Pick, pack and prepare customer orders
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Assist customers at the trade counter
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Receive, organise and put away stock
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Complete basic job documentation and data entry
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Maintain a clean,



organised and safe workshop
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Assist experienced team members with workshop activities
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What we're looking for
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Hydraulics experience isn't essential. We're looking for someone who brings:
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A practical approach
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Mechanical aptitude and confidence using basic hand tools
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A strong work ethic and willingness to learn
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Good attention to detail
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Basic math's and computer skills
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Clear communication and a helpful attitude
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A strong commitment to safety
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A current driver's licence
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Previous experience in a workshop, warehouse, manufacturing, mechanical or trade environment would be an advantage but isn't essential.
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A forklift or MR truck licence would also be beneficial but is not required.
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Why join Southcott?
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Southcott is one of Australia's leading manufacturers and suppliers of hydraulic solutions. Established in ****, we offer the security of a long-standing Australian business together with genuine opportunities to learn, develop and grow.
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If you're mechanically minded, ready to learn and looking for a role with long-term potential, we'd like to hear from you.
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We will interview suitable candidates as applications are received, so please don't delay.
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Applicants must have appropriate working rights in Australia.

📌 Trades Assistant (New South Wales)
🏢 Southcott
📍 New South Wales