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Tradesperson Special Projects

Us PACCAR


Job Location:

Victoria - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Us

PACCAR is a global market leader specialising in the design manufacture and distribution of premium heavy commercial vehicles; Kenworth and DAF related parts leasing and financial services via an extensive dealer network throughout Australia.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a hands-onSpecial Project Trade Specialistto join our Product Development team in Baywater. This full-time role supports the R&D workshop in the development testing and modification of prototype heavy vehicles. Its a great opportunity for a skilled trade professional who enjoys working on new and evolving projects solving problems and contributing to innovative vehicle development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with prototype assembly fabrication and modification
  • Support testing and certification activities
  • Carry out maintenance on heavy vehicles and workshop equipment
  • Contribute to day-to-day workshop operations
  • Record work accurately and prepare clear documentation
  • Follow safety procedures and support compliance requirements

About You

You are a qualified mechanical trade professional with strong hands-on experience and a practical solutions-focused mindset. You are comfortable working in a changing environment can read technical drawings and bring a high level of care to both your workmanship and documentation. You will also have:

  • Cert IV in Mechanical Trade (essential)
  • Experience in a mechanical trade ideally in R&D or manufacturing
  • Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to read technical drawings and schematics
  • Experience with hand machine and measurement tools
  • Knowledge of mechanical and pneumatic systems
  • Forklift licence and HR heavy vehicle licence or higher
  • Basic understanding of control and electrical systems

If you are adaptable safety-focused and ready to contribute to exciting development work wed love to hear from you.

Why Us

In return PACCAR offers great working conditions a friendly team environment an excellent salary package including generous superannuation salary sacrifice corporate health benefits education support and long-term employment and career opportunities.


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PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services and i ... View more

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