Facilities Trades Assistant

What you’ll be doing

We’re looking for an experienced Facilities Trades Assistant to join our team in Rockhampton to keep our site safe, well-maintained and operating to the highest standards.

This is a permanent full-time position working Monday to Friday, 38 hours per week.

As a Facilities Trades Assistant at Hastings Deering, you will:

• Drive safety and quality - ensure compliance of safety procedures and high-level quality & contamination control.
• Lead inspections and audits - conduct regular inspections and audits within the business centre.
• Maintain a world-class facility – keep facilities in top condition through general yard cleaning, yard maintenance, cleaning of gutters, painting of offices and floors, handyman work to facility & wash bay duties.
• Collaborate with contractors - engage and work alongside site contractors ensuring safety is not compromised.
• Deliver excellence - take all reasonable steps to ensure that assigned tasks are free of faulty workmanship assuring quality in the finished product.
• Support workshop operations – maintain cleanliness of workshop and parts departments to ensure contamination control compliance.

Who are we and why work with us?

Hastings Deering is proud to be one of the top 5 Caterpillar dealerships globally. We sell, rent, and offer support and parts distribution services for Cat® products across a range of industries, including resources, general construction, civil transport and commercial construction, power systems, government, primary industries and marine.

We have more than 3,500 employees across 23 business service centres throughout Queensland, Northern Territory, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and New Caledonia, with our headquarters based in Brisbane, Australia.

When you join our team at Hastings Deering, you’ll benefit from:

• Body, Mind & Wallet Support - Free health checks, Employee Assistance Program, income protection insurance, and discounts at major retailers.
• World-Class Training - We’re one of only eight Caterpillar Centres of Excellence globally. Learn from the best in CAT and boost your skills.
• Career Paths That Work for You - Grow into leadership, technical specialist, or support service roles. At Hastings Deering, we align with YOUR goals.
• Get more time back in your life - Our work schedules are made to fit your life, giving you the flexibility to take care of what matters most outside of work.
• Security you can count on - Enjoy the stability of a long-term career with Hastings Deering, backed by global strength.
• Cutting Edge Tech - Get hands-on experience with the latest CAT technology as we shape the future of mining and heavy equipment solutions.

About you:

A successful teammate will have:

• Proven Experience: Background in a similar facilities or trades assistant role, with a strong understanding of maintenance best practices.
• Exceptional Communicator: Clear, confident communication skills and a genuine commitment to outstanding customer service.
• Licensing Advantage: A current forklift licence is highly desirable and will set you apart.
• Organised & Efficient: Excellent time management skills to keep tasks on track and meet deadlines.
• Team Player & Self-Starter: Ability to collaborate effectively while also working independently when required.
• Safety Champion: Dedication to maintaining the highest standards of workplace health and safety at all times.

Interested? Here’s What’s Next: 

If you’re interested in growing your career with a large OEM, we’d love to hear from you!
 

📌 Apply Now – click the button below.
📞 Enquiries: 1300 071 618
👤 Contact: Brianna Smith, Talent Acquisition Partner - Brianna.l.smith@hastingsdeering.com.au



Hastings Deering follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your Talent Acquisition Partner will support you through the process.



Our office will be closed for the Christmas period from Friday, 19 December to Monday, 5 January.

Applications will not be reviewed during this time; however, we encourage you to submit your application as all submissions will be reviewed from 5 January onward.