TRADE ASSISTANTS

WHO ARE WE?

Southern States Group is a very successful family-owned business with a great culture and is renowned for delivering exceptional innovation & customer service. Since 1993, we have established ourselves as a key equipment, service and parts supplier to major transport logistics companies in Australia. Today, our World leading brands include: -

• Thermo King -Transport Refrigeration of trailers, trucks, vans, containers and air cargo

• Thermo King -Rail HVAC- Air conditioning for Trains, trams and Loco's

• Whiting- Roller shutters doors for all transport vehicles

• Robinson- Roller shutters for service vehicles

• Joloda Hydraroll- Moving floors for vehicles and warehouses and 

• Anteo -Tail lifts for trailers, trucks, vans and utilities  

THE ROLE

We are currently seeking highly motivated Trade Assistants to join us at SSG. The position involves the installation and commissioning of new transport refrigeration equipment at our ‘Modern’ workshop based in Altona or onsite at our customers' facilities.

You must have a can-do attitude and willingness to learn our multi-skilled trade.

The skills and experience that will see you succeed in the role-

• Power and Hand tool experience

• Mechanical and electrical aptitude (working on small diesel engines) and advantage

• Knowledge of the automotive/trucking industry with experience in refrigeration would be an advantage 

• Excellent time management skills

• Work as a member of a team 

• Good workmanship with thorough attention to detail.

• Possess initiative and have a strong work ethic

• Take pride in your work 

•  Neat presentation and be punctual

• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical 

• Your own tools (hand and power tools)

What we offer:

• Modern and clean working environment 

• Competitive salary with overtime available

• Training and up-skilling 

• Excellent team culture

• A world class safety culture

• Tool allowance

• PPE and uniform

• Free Onsite Gym

• A day off on your birthday (if you stay for 12 months).

How to apply

If you are ready to excel in a fantastic family-owned business; that takes care of its people and you have full working rights in Australia, then we want to hear from you!

If you believe you have the necessary skills and attributes and would like to explore this opportunity further, please apply NOW!

Only successful applicants will be contacted.