Apprentice Mechanic

4 weeks ago


NewcastleMaitland, Australia Zeal Futures Pty Full time

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You will complete a Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology over 48 months through a combination of formal training with a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and practical on-the-job experience with Zeal Futures and our host employer, Select Automotive.

Or are you a 2nd or 3rd year apprentice and looking for some more exposure or experience? We would also love to hear from you

Throughout your formal training and practical experience in the workplace, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Conduct routine light vehicle maintenance and servicing including tyre fitting and fluid checks.
  • Learn to identify worn / damaged parts.
  • Perform diagnostics and troubleshooting
  • General duties including housekeeping of workshop, tidying benches, organising tools and equipment and assuring overall cleanliness and presentation of the workshop.
  • Carry out other duties that are within the limits of apprentice skills, competence and ability as required

What you'll bring to the table…

To be successful in this role, you'll need to meet the following selection criteria:

  • Commitment to both on and off the job training.
  • Honest, hardworking and engaged in completing your trade.
  • Previous experience (whether personal or professional) working on cars.

Mandatory Requirements

  • Police Check (or willingness to obtain prior to employment)
  • Drivers licence and reliable transport
  • Willingness to undergo a pre-employment medical.

About Zeal Futures

Zeal Futures provides the ultimate training and employment experience. We create life-changing opportunities by working with industry-leading organisations to deliver high-quality, innovative apprenticeship and traineeship programs across a range of industries.

As experts in vocational education and training, we will support you through all phases of your learning journey, creating a supportive environment that empowers our employees to thrive. Our track record speaks for itself, as we consistently maintain one of the highest completion rates in Australia.

What's in it for me?

Being a Zeal Futures Apprentice opens the door to working for industry-leading Employers to provide life changing opportunities. Our network of Host Employers means we can offer rotations to ensure you can fulfil your education and training requirements; become qualifiedwithout getting yourself into debt and actually earn an income

Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll also be able to take advantage of our exclusive employee benefits such as coaching and mentoring, safety training, discounted health benefits, rewards, and counselling.

How to apply

To apply for this role, click the 'Apply for this job' button and then follow the steps to complete your application. You can also apply online at www.zealfutures.com.au by clicking on 'Vacancies' and selecting the relevant position, then the 'Apply Online' button at the top of the page.

All applications require a resume and coverletter outlining your suitability to the role.

If you require assistance with the recruitment process (for instance, this may be filling out forms, interviews, or completing online tests), please contact your recruitment representative on 1800 247 864 . We are happy to provide any necessary reasonable adjustments or assistance you may need. Please do not hesitate to ask for any help. We look forward to hearing from you.

What else is involved?

After submitting your online application, you may be invited to complete online testing, interviews, and pre-employment medicals. We'll also contact your references if you progress through these recruitment stages. Please be sure to check your emails (including your junk folder) and respond to missed phone calls, voicemail messages and text messages.

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Kaitlin Milsom on 0407 962 167 .

As a recognised Diversity Champion, Zeal Futures is committed to Equal Employment Opportunities, Ethical Practices, and the principles of Cultural Diversity. We encourage applications from all members of the community, including people from indigenous backgrounds, people with disability, women seeking non-traditional trade opportunities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and mature aged people. If you require assistance lodging your application with Zeal Futures, please contact our Recruitment Team on 1800 247 864 .

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Zeal Futures provides the ultimate training and employment experience. We work with industry-leading organisations to offer quality apprenticeship and traineeship programs across a range of industries, maintaining one of the highest completion rates in Australia.

Since 1981 we've assisted more than 38,000 people into career and learning opportunities. As experts in vocational education and training, we support people through all phases of their learning journeys, creating a supportive environment for our students and employees to thrive.

Our award-winning team takes a tailored approach, because no two people or businesses are the same.

At Zeal Futures, we create success stories.

Zeal Futures provides the ultimate training and employment experience. We work with industry-leading organisations to offer quality apprenticeship and traineeship programs across a range of industries, maintaining one of the highest completion rates in Australia.

Since 1981 we've assisted more than 38,000 people into career and learning opportunities. As experts in vocational education and training, we support people through all phases of their learning journeys, creating a supportive environment for our students and employees to thrive.

Our award-winning team takes a tailored approach, because no two people or businesses are the same.

At Zeal Futures, we create success stories.

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