CAREERS


WHY WORK AT BARKER TRAILERS?

Located in Woodend, Victoria, Barker Trailers have been in the business of manufacturing high quality semi trailers in Australia since 1974.

A proud family run business with over 120 employees across 2 sites, we pride ourselves on:

  • Our innovative approach to design, aiming to maximise our customers efficiency and uptime
  • Our tried and trusted quality ensuring our customers have less downtime
  • Our commitment to support local manufacturing and supply partners by sourcing all our components from Australian businesses and building all our products with Australian made steel and aluminum

Barker Trailers offers a safe and positive working environment, where training and development opportunities are regularly available, enabling employees to continually develop and grow their skills and career.

We also place high value on ensuring  our employees maintain a healthy work-life balance which is why we offer a 9-day fortnight for all employees giving you every second Friday off. 

Detailed below are the current advertised and available opportunities, however we are always on the look out for star employees, so if you don't see an advertised position, but you feel your skills, experience and passion makes you a great candidate, please feel free to send in your CV with a cover letter outlining why you'd like to work here and what skills you have to offer. 

We can always be reached by (03) 5427 9999 or hr@barkertrailers.com.au for any queries or further information.


Current Vacancies
Semi trailer assembler

The role is varied and includes:

  • General assembly of mechanical and hydraulic assemblies
  • Carry out electrical assembly work
  • Read and interpret technical drawings
  • Complete assembly in line with manufacturer’s specifications and timeframes
  • Maintain a safe and tidy work area

 

We are looking for a person who has:

  • Experience in similar role ideal but not essential
  • Willingness to learn, is self-motivated, and has a great work ethic
  • Ability to work well as part of a team
  • Basic numeracy and good communications skills are essential.

 

What's in it for you?

  • 9-day fortnight for full time employees (YES, every second Friday off!).
  • Above award rate of pay.
  • No Melbourne traffic.
  • Training and development opportunities to support career progression.   
  • A safe and positive working environment

 

The position is fulltime – 38hrs per week. Parttime will be considered.

 

If you believe that you have the skills, knowledge and most importantly the right attitude, APPLY NOW!

 

You will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, and police check as part of the recruitment process.

Barker Trailers is an equal employment opportunity employer and recognizes the importance on how it is to treat everyone equally.  

 

Join the Barker Trailer’s Team today!

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