Trade Assistant

About Waverley Forklifts

Waverley Forklifts is an independently Australian-owned business with branches across Australia.

In operation for over 50 years, we have grown to become one of Australia’s largest fully independent forklift and transport companies, specialising in forklift rentals, equipment servicing, equipment sales and machinery transport.

We are looking for a Trade Assistant to join our Smithfield workshop, working directly alongside our qualified Spray Painter.

This is a hands-on role taking ownership of equipment preparation, sanding and general paint-prep work, helping ensure our fleet is finished and presented to a high standard.

What’s on Offer

• Ongoing, full-time position with genuine job stability

• Monday to Friday workshop-based role with occasional Saturday work and OT available

• Excellent working conditions and laundered professional uniform

• Supportive, experienced workshop team

• Hands-on role with the opportunity to learn and develop practical skills

• Work on a large and varied fleet of forklift and materials handling equipment

• Established, Australian-owned national business with over 50 years of industry experience

The Role

Working closely with our qualified Spray Painter, you’ll take care of much of the preparation and general hands-on work within our paint and panel area.

Your day-to-day work will include:

• Preparing forklifts and equipment for painting

• Sanding and surface preparation

• Cleaning and preparing equipment before and after paint work

• Assisting the Spray Painter with jobs as required

• Helping to keep our rental fleet presented to a high standard

• Keeping the paint and preparation area, tools and equipment clean and organised

• Providing occasional general workshop assistance when required

• Working safely and following workshop procedures

About You

You don’t need to be a qualified tradesperson. We’re looking for someone who is reliable, hands-on and takes pride in their work.

You’ll ideally bring:

• Previous experience in a workshop, automotive, paint preparation or similar hands-on environment, although this is not essential

• Confidence using common hand and power tools safely

• Good attention to detail and pride in producing quality work

• A practical approach and willingness to learn

• Reliability and a strong work ethic

• The ability to work well as part of a team

Apply Now

If you enjoy practical work, like seeing the finished result of what you’ve worked on and want to join a stable, supportive workshop team, we’d like to hear from you. Please submit your application letter and resume to Samantha Watson, HR Manager via SEEK.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Waverley Forklifts. Please note that due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For more information about Waverley Forklifts, visit www.wfl.com.au.