About the Role

Located in Cambridge, Southern Tasmania, this permanent full time Trade Assistant position offers the opportunity to work under the guidance of experienced tradespeople, gaining hands-on experience across a broad range of equipment, including:

• Heavy diesel trucks and vehicles
• Mobile plant and machinery
• Emergency service operations.

You will learn to

• Assist with design, build, maintenance and repairs
• Diagnose mechanical and basic electrical faults
• Use tools, diagnostic equipment, and workshop systems safely
• Follow workplace safety, quality, and environmental procedures
• Develop skills across multiple disciplines

What We Offer

• Hobart-based role with stable, long-term employment
• Supportive team with experienced mentors and supervisors
• Exposure to a wide variety of equipment and brands
• Opportunity to gain a second trade qualification (if applicable)
• Ongoing training and career development

Who Should Apply

We welcome applications from:

• School leavers or young apprentices
• Mature-aged apprentices
• Fully qualified tradespeople (e.g. Light Vehicle, Automotive, Auto Electrical) looking to complete a second trade
• Anyone with a genuine interest in Vehicle Fabrication.

About You

• Have a genuine interest in heavy diesel and machinery
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Previous experience is an advantage but not essential
• Current manual driver’s licence (or working towards)

Desirable Requirements

• A current unrestricted Drivers Licence.
• Forklift licence.
• Medium / Heavy Vehicle Licence.
• Practical experience working within the automotive industry.

Essential Requirements

Pre-Employment Checks 

The Head of the State Service has determined that a person nominated for appointment to this position is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer. Any relevant serious criminal offence or repeated serious offences over any period, which are not mitigated by additional information, may provide grounds for declining an application for appointment. Such offences would include, but are not limited to:

• Arson and fire setting;
• Sexual offences;
• Dishonesty (e.g. theft, burglary, breaking and entering, fraud);
• Deception (e.g. obtaining an advantage by deception);
• Making false declarations;
• Violent crimes and crimes against the person;
• Malicious damage and destruction to property
• Trafficking of narcotic substance;
• False alarm raising. 

Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

003984 - SoD - Trade Assistant - Fabrication - Engineering and Fleet Services - Band 2.docx

003984 - SoD - Trade Assistant - Fabrication - Engineering and Fleet Services - Band 2.pdf

Short Form Application Guidelines for Applicants Final.DOCX

Short Form Application Guidelines for Applicants Final.pdf

DPFEM is a child safe organisation which is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people; and every member of DPFEM has a responsibility to keep all children safe.  

As the organisation moves towards a more inclusive workplace which better reflects our community, we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, cultures and abilities, and those that may require flexibility such as part-time, compressed days, or adjustments around start or finish times.

How to Apply

To apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV. 

Online applications will only be accepted, please click the blue Apply now button to apply. If you experience any technical difficulties, please contact (03) 6173 2955.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.

Further Information

For further information on this position, please contact Bel Stevanovich, Manager Engineering and Fleet Services on 0418 749 282 or bel.stevanovich@dpfem.tas.gov.au.

Applications close on: Thursday 15th January 2026 at 11:55pm