Smith and Co Recruitment are looking for two driven Leading Hands or experienced tradesman to join the team of a highly reputable heavy-duty semi-trailers and transport equipment company located in Salisbury. There are two roles that are available: Leading Hand Fitter (Mechanical) and Leading Hand Boilermaker (Fabrication)

Key Responsibilities - Fabrication:

- Lead, guide, and support a small team of up to 5 vehicle body builders and fabricators
- Allocate Daily tasks
- Carry out and oversee fabrication, welding, assembly, and fitting
- Repairing damaged trailer components
- Modification and repair work
- Troubleshoot fabrication issues and implement solutions

Key Responsibilities - Mechanical:

- Lead, guide and support a small team of up to 5 mechanics
- Allocate daily tasks
- Perform and oversee servicing, diagnostics and repairs on heavy vehicles and trailers
- Fault finding & component replacement
- Provide on-the-job training and mentoring

Key Responsibilities - Both Roles:

- Complete and review job cards and maintenance records
- Report workshop performance, issues and resource requirements
- Liaise with Workshop Supervisors




- Ensure all work is done safely and in line with WHS standard

Job Details

- Pay rates: Between $42-45p/h dependent on experience + $180/wk Leading Hand Allowance
- Location: Salisbury
- Position: Full Time Role - Monday-Friday role

Key Requirements:

- Trade Qualified in Vehicle Body Building, Fabrication or Heavy Vehicle Mechanics (Mechanical)
- Trade Qualified in Fabrication, Boilermaking or related field
- Proven welding skills (MIG/TIG desirable)
- Previous leading hand or supervisory experience or wanting to step into a leading hand role!
- Experience in manufacturing or heavy industrial workplace
- Forklift ticket (desirable)
- First Aid Certificate (desirable)
- Ability to operate a variety of vehicle and machinery safely
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety standards

How to Apply
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All candidates that fit the criteria will be shortlisted and then all shortlisted candidate will be contacted.

📌 Leading Hand (Salisbury)
🏢 Smith and
📍 Salisbury