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CMV Trucks

Trades Assistant

Trades & Services

Posted 17/06/2026
Closes 01/07/2026

Derrimut, 3026, Melbourne, Victoria

Full time

Not specified

About the role

As a result of exciting growth within our service departments, we are looking to add an enthusiastic & driven individual to our Trailer Service Team working with Multiple brands and types of trailers.

This role is based at the TR Group (Laverton North) where the service department is managed by CMV Truck & Bus Derrimut on a contractor’s site.

Duties & responsibilities

  • Assist technicians in the services and repairs on trailers including greasing chassis, inspection of steering, suspension and braking componentry
  • Removal of wheels, repacking and adjusting wheel bearings, replacement or adjustment of brakes
  • Repair or replace damaged or worn parts including brakes, tires and suspension components
  • Perform welding and fabrication work as needed
  • Completion of service sheets and other job-related documents
  • The ability to work a rotating Saturday roster
  • Ensure WHS standards are upheld and work environment kept organised and tidy

Skills & Experience

  • Demonstrated experience as a Trades Assistant or similar in the automotive industry
  • Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality workmanship
  • Experience using a range of handheld power tools and air tools
  • Ability to work unsupervised and within a dynamic team 
  • Current HC/HR drivers licence would be an advantage but not essential

To the right candidate we will offer

  • Above award wages + tool allowance + laundered uniform + overalls + all PPE
  • Free insurance on your tools of the trade
  • Free mid-year dinner dance for you and a plus-one + Free Christmas Hamper and family event with free gifts for children U12
  • Opportunity to work with industry leading brands
  • The opportunity to build a successful career by being part of the CMV Group of companies

About us

CMV Truck & Bus Derrimut is the flagship dealership for CMV Truck & Bus, part of the family-owned CMV Group. As the Victorian dealer for Volvo Group Australia (Mack, Volvo, and UD Trucks), we employ over 500 people with 8 main dealerships across Victoria. We provide sales, service, and parts across our full range as an authorised dealer network.

At CMV Truck & Bus, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We understand it’s our people who provide exceptional customer care, quality truck and bus servicing, parts advice and more that are key to our success. 

With over 91 years of operation and 2100 staff nationally, CMV continues to grow, offering exciting opportunities across the business. Our success is built on strong core values: Safety First, Can Do, Ask the Question, Do the Right Thing, and Mutual Respect, values that guide how we treat our employees, customers, and communities.

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