_{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 fast-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

• Stable, 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.
Apply now by submitting your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and why you'd like to join Freighter Group.

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