Heavy Vehicle Road Transport Apprenticeship

2 days ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia beBeeApprenticeship Full time $60,000 - $104,000
Heavy Vehicle Apprentice

As a Heavy Vehicle Apprentice, you will be responsible for assisting with the repair and maintenance of heavy commercial fleet vehicles and equipment. You will work in a dynamic team environment to ensure the safe operation of our vehicles.

About the Role

The role involves learning and performing repairs and maintenance on light and heavy vehicles, including transmissions. You will diagnose potential faults and repair vehicle mechanical problems according to maintenance schedules. Your duties will also include isolating problems and providing safe, practical solutions for fire appliances and equipment.

You will use hand and specialised tools and electronic diagnostic equipment in compliance with safety requirements. Participating in ongoing manufacturer and in-house training is essential to maintaining competencies and obtaining a trade certificate in heavy vehicle road transport.

Requirements
  • A valid driver's license; familiarity with manual and automatic transmissions
  • Eligibility for enrolment or progression towards the relevant Trade Certificate in Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, or equivalent as deemed suitable by the relevant authorities
  • Commitment to complete a four-year apprenticeship and obtain a nationally recognised qualification
Benefits
  • Personal protective equipment (PPE) kit
  • Quality training and mentoring in heavy vehicle trades, with exposure to light vehicle trade
  • A safe working environment with modern equipment
  • Ongoing career support and guidance
  • Opportunity to learn from skilled, experienced team
  • Complete formal TAFE/Registered Training Organisation studies – earn while you learn
Key Responsibilities
  • Learn and perform repairs and maintenance on light and heavy vehicles, including transmissions
  • Diagnose potential faults and repair vehicle mechanical problems according to maintenance schedules
  • Isolate problems and provide safe, practical solutions for fire appliances and equipment
  • Use hand and specialised tools and electronic diagnostic equipment in compliance with safety requirements
  • Participate in ongoing manufacturer and in-house training to maintain competencies and obtain a trade certificate in heavy vehicle road transport
Skills and Qualifications
  • Familiarity with manual and automatic transmissions
  • Eligibility for enrolment or progression towards the relevant Trade Certificate in Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, or equivalent as deemed suitable by the relevant authorities
  • Nationally recognised qualification in heavy vehicle road transport
What We Offer
  • A comprehensive induction program
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities
  • A supportive and inclusive team environment
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
How to Apply

Please refer to the application guide for information on how to apply.

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