Trades Assistant | Perth

About Us

Hitachi Construction Machinery (Australia) Pty Ltd is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment. 

The Opportunity

Key responsibilities include:

• Pressure wash machine components
• Overhead Crane operation
• Forklift operation
• Assist Tradesmen to disassemble components in line with procedures when required
• Maintain a high level of accuracy when carrying out final QA inspections and pack units when ready for dispatch
• Assist in store control including receiving and dispatch of Reman items
• Soda Blast a range of machine components
• Maintain a clean and tidy working environment

To be successful in this role, you will need to:

• Be mechanically minded with a willingness to learn
• Have the ability to recognise basic product quality deviations/faults
• Good communication skills and the ability to work autonomously or as part of a team
• Ability to work flexible hours/shifts and overtime when required
• Forklift License, dogging ticket and blasting experience are highly regarded

Hitachi Benefits - What's in it for you?

• Rewarding Salary Package: Competitive hourly rate + potential overtime + company biannual bonuses!
• Exclusive Employee Perks: Access to our Employee Orange Benefits Program, offering discounts on a wide range of everyday goods and services
• Career: Permanent full-time role with a globally recognised OEM, providing stability and long-term career growth
• Supportive & Inclusive Culture: Work with approachable leaders who value your ideas, encourage innovation, and support your success
• Health & Wellbeing: Discounted Medibank health insurance plus access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Refer & Be Rewarded: Earn cash rewards through our Employee Referral Program when you successfully refer a friend
• Family-First Benefits: Paid parental leave policy to support you and your family during life’s important moments
• Learning & Development: OEM-led training, continuous upskilling, and genuine opportunities for career progression within the business

At Hitachi, we value our people and work towards providing guidance on your career path towards a rewarding and successful experience. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who recruits based on merit and capabilities.

As part of our recruitment process, successful candidates may be required to undergo background checks, including (but not limited to) criminal history record checks and employment medical assessments.