1st Year Light Vehicle Apprentice

4 days ago


Bibra Lake, Australia WPC Group Full time

WPC Group is recruiting for an enthusiastic first-year automotive apprentice to join our team located in Bibra Lake. So turn your passion for automotive into a career in this apprenticeship opportunity This position is a good starting point for recent school leavers.

As a car lover, you go beyond simply loving to drive - you are curious about how things work and passionate to learn the ropes. You view the automotive trade as both a science and a craft. As a 1st year apprentice, you spend each day learning different skill sets that will help expand your knowledge and assist in growing your career.

This opportunity will see you become a skilled, qualified, and in-demand mechanic within the automotive industry by receiving hands-on experience and training under the guidance of passionate and qualified Automotive professionals.

**About the Role**

A Light Vehicle Apprenticeship will provide you with the opportunity to build your practical and theoretical knowledge of cars across 4 years through on-the-job training and theory studies at TAFE.

**What Will You Learn in your 1st year?**
- Minor servicing of light vehicles
- Remove and replace broken or defective vehicle parts
- Test electrical systems and diagnose issues
- Assist and observe mechanics
- It is not all the fun stuff. You will also be; keeping work areas clean and tidy, moving and delivering cars, detailing vehicles.
- Operate automotive test equipment
- Follow safe working practices
- Use and maintain tools and equipment
- Identify automotive electrical systems, components, and more.
- Learn about new and emerging automotive technology.

**What's in it for You?**
- Build your hands-on skills in a modern, professional dealership
- Learn from experienced and supportive technicians
- **Complete a nationally recognised Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology**:

- Fee-free training. “earn while you learn”
- PPE supplied and replaced free of charge
- Specialised one on one mentoring from a dedicated WPC Group Consultant
- This role is paid at award rate.

**What Are We Looking For?**
- Commitment to a 4 year apprenticeship, including theory studies.
- Strong sense of self-motivation, enthusiasm and 'can do' attitude.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
- Professional presentation at all times.
- Honest, trustworthy and punctual.
- Parental approval to enter a probationary period if under 18
- Valid Manual Driver’s License
- Automotive pre-apprenticeship or prior experience is _beneficial but not essential_.

**Please note applicants MUST have unrestricted work rights in Australia**

**WPC Group**:
Established in 1982, WPC Group is one of Australia's leading employers of apprentices and trainees. With an experienced mentor to support and guide you through, our aim is to see you succeed and confidently grow as a person and professional.

WPC Group values and recognises diversity in the workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and actively support applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. We offer safe and inclusive working environments where you can learn, grow and achieve your career objectives.

**Job Type**: Apprenticeship

**Salary**: Up to $20.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Application Question(s):

- Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check including Drug and Alcohol testing?

Licence/Certification:

- Manual Driver Licence (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person



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