Trades Assistant | Somerton

About Us

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

The Opportunity

We are on the lookout for an experienced Trades Assistant to join our Service team based in Somerton. Reporting to the Service Manager, you will be responsible for assisting our tradespeople with their day-to-day tasks. This is an excellent opportunity for you to join the Hitachi team and work on some of Australia’s leading Earthmoving equipment. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Material handling and setting up of equipment
• Assist in coordination of the work schedule and preparing jobs
• Ensure reports and paperwork are completed in a timely manner
• General housekeeping and cleaning
• Conduct your work in compliance with all quality and safety standards and procedures
• Maintaining rental fleet alongside qualified trades person

To be successful in the role, you will have:

• Previous experience in a trades assistant or similar role
• Previous hand and power tooling experience highly regarded
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team
• Excellent interpersonal, communication skills and customer service etiquette
• An uncompromising commitment to quality workmanship and safety policies and procedures

Benefits - What's in it for you?

• Rewarding Salary Package: Competitive hourly rate + earn 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

Here at Hitachi, we believe that success comes from the partnership of our market-leading products and the quality of our people. We are an equal opportunity employer, do not discriminate on any basis and wholeheartedly value diversity at our company.

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.