Who are we:
K&S Corporation is an ASX-listed company and dominant multi-modal transport and logistics provider in Australia and New Zealand. Our comprehensive offerings across road, rail, and sea transport, alongside fuel distribution and specialised logistics subsidiaries, position us a critical player in national and trans-Tasman supply chains, serving a wide range of sectors from mining and agriculture to retail and industrial clients. With a proud 80-year history our brand is known for innovation, customer focus, continuous improvement, and industry leading safety. K&S Freighters maintains one of Australia's largest company-owned fleet, employing over 1600 personnel and headquartered in Truganina, Victoria.
About National Fleet
With over 80 years of dedicated service, K&S operates one of Australia’s largest privately owned company fleets, with more than 1,500 commercial vehicles and 3,500 trailers nationwide. Our National Fleet division supports workshop locations across the country, ensuring our assets are maintained to the highest standards of safety, compliance, and performance. Guided by our core value “Everybody Safe Every Day” we are committed to delivering reliability for our customers and safe outcomes for our people.
The Opportunity:
Join us in the heart of sugar country and support the 2026 sugar season in a hands-on, workshop-based role based in Bundaberg.
We’re looking for a reliable Trades Assistant to work closely with our experienced diesel mechanic who has been with us for over 15 years. This is a great opportunity to learn from someone deeply skilled, while playing a key role in keeping our fleet moving during a critical period.
What you’ll be doing:
Plan and schedule vehicle movements in line with legislation
Assist the diesel mechanic with repairs, servicing, and maintenance
Prepare job sites and support post-job clean-up
Maintain tools and equipment in safe working order
Support transporting materials and basic installation tasks
Carry out general workshop and yard maintenance
Complete accurate records and documentation
Communicate effectively with the Maintenance Manager and team
Report hazards, incidents, and near misses
Contribute to a safe and productive team environment
What you’ll bring:
We’re looking for someone motivated, commercially aware and confident in leading teams in a transport environment.
Manual driver’s licence (essential)
Forklift licence (advantageous)
Experience in a workshop or fleet environment (preferred)
Confidence using hand and power tools
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Good time management and ability to meet deadlines
A proactive, safety-first attitude
Why this role?
This isn’t just a short-term role. you’ll be part of a great team where people stay for the long haul. Many return year after year for the sugar season, and for the right person, this could become an ongoing opportunity.
Competitive hourly rates
Reliable pay and consistent work
Look smart while you work – Company uniform provided
Corporate health plan discount
Employee recognition and rewards program
24/7 Employee assistance program including financial wellness support
Growth and development to support career progression
Background checks for all new employees to support our safe workplace
Stable ASX listed, multi-modal business with 80 years of industry history
If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, we encourage you to apply today.
To uphold our core value of “Everybody Safe Everyday” a pre-employment medical and police check will be required to be successful in this role.
Applicants must have full Australian working rights. We are not engaging recruitment agencies for this role.
