Mechanical Trades Assistant/Bus Detailer - Canberra
- Support mechanics and tradespeople in a workshop environment.
- Clean and detail buses to maintain high presentation standards.
- Assist with basic mechanical repairs and maintenance tasks.
Murrays Coaches is seeking a reliable and motivated Mechanical Trades Assistant / Bus Detailer to join our workshop team. This hands-on role supports our mechanics and tradespeople while ensuring our fleet is maintained, cleaned, and presented to a high standard.
About Murrays Coaches
Murrays Coaches is a premium coach company that provides charter services throughout Canberra. We take pride in our reputation for reliability and professionalism, with vehicle presentation being a key part of our identity and branding.
The Role: Key Responsibilities
- Clean and detail buses (interior and exterior)
- Assist tradespeople with mechanical repairs, maintenance, and installations
- Prepare tools, equipment, and materials for jobs
- Move and position buses within the yard or workshop
- Refuel vehicles and complete basic checks
- Load and unload materials and equipment
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workshop
- Follow workplace health and safety procedures
About You
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn
- Able to work effectively in a team environment
- Physically fit and comfortable with manual work
- Attention to detail and pride in vehicle presentation
- Basic knowledge of hand and power tools
- Current driver’s licence (HR licence highly regarded but not essential)
- Previous experience in a mechanical, trade, or vehicle detailing environment is an advantage but not essential
What We Offer
- Supportive team environment
- Stable and consistent work with a national operator
- On-the-job training and ongoing development
- Opportunities to grow your career within the transport industry
If you’re dependable, hands-on, and keen to build your career in the mechanical and transport industry, we’d love to hear from you.
If you believe you fit the above criteria, please apply online or follow the steps below, register and email your resume and cover letter to employment@murrays.com.au.
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