Trades Assistant

at Cummins
Published October 11, 2026
Location Wetherill Park, Australia
Category Other  
Job Type Full-time  

Description

Assists with general workshop activities while completing on the job training and Cummins-based training

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

Assist with cleaning, inspections, disassembly, and basic workshop tasks.

Follow documented procedures and Standard Repair Times (SRTs) to complete basic repairs and maintenance.

Complete work orders, service documentation, and timesheets accurately.

Enter required information into business systems and forms.

Complete training aligned with skill development and business needs.

Maintain a clean, organised, and safe work area.

Ensure tools and equipment are clean and operating correctly.

Comply with Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) policies, procedures, and legislation.

Report safety issues, incidents, and hazards to the supervisor promptly.

Our culture believes in POWERING YOUR POTENTIAL . We provide global opportunities to develop your career, make your community a better place and work with today’s most innovative thinkers to solve the world’s toughest problems.

We believe in flexibility for you to explore your passions while making an impact through meaningful work within our inclusive workforce. That’s what #LifeAtCummins is all about.

We are looking for a talented Trades Assistant with any mechanical work experience to join our Wetherill Park branch.

Competitive hourly rates and annual bonus potential

All tooling, PPE, and uniforms supplied (uniforms laundered)

Day shift position available – Overtime available to support workload needs.

Great location Wetherill Park (Western suburbs of Sydney)

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

Play a supportive role in the high-quality rebuilding and repairing of Cummins engines, including High Horsepower Diesel Engines

This role will support the Rail/Rebuild team working on medium duty, high horse power and auxiliary power support units.

Get a chance to work on the engines of Sydney Trains diesel fleet and do planned and reactive maintenance works.

Work as part of a highly skilled team delivering rebuilt engines using multiple types of equipment

Learn new skills, through on-the-job training

Ensure adherence to all relevant Health Safety & Environmental policies, procedures and legislation and report any issues / incidents

Complete required documentation, such as Safety Check Sheets, Process Quality Checks, Daily Time Sheets

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

Any related mechanical work experience

Punctual and reliable

Attention to detail

Great time management, process driven and ability to prioritise

Team player with initiative and aptitude for learning

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive hourly rate paid as a permanent salary.

Overtime penalties

Uniform

Further training

Participation in an annual variable compensation (bonus) program

Income Protection continuance insurance

Discounts with select private health insurance, PC software/hardware and a range of vehicles

Annual remuneration reviews

Safety equipment / PPE and uniforms provided and a range of personal and professional benefits

100% On-Site No

Cummins is an equal employment opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons, without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, and/or expression, or other status protected by law. If you require any reasonable adjustments to accommodate a health condition or disability, please let us know. Your journey with us matters.

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