Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Apprentice

**Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Apprentice - Pinjarra**:

- Location: Pinjarra, WA, Australia
- 4 Aug 2025

**Build your career. Power your community. Shape your future.**

Looking for a hands-on career where you can work with tools, solve real-world problems, and keep essential equipment moving? As a **Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Apprentice** with Western Power in **Pinjarra**, you'll help maintain and repair the fleet that supports the operation of WA's energy network - while enjoying the best of rural and river living in a vibrant South West community.

**What We Offer**
- Paid, full-time apprenticeship with long-term career pathways
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Safety-first culture and 1-on-1 mentoring
- Diverse, inclusive team
- Opportunities across metro and regional WA

**What Does a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Do?**

Heavy Vehicle Mechanics at Western Power keep our specialised fleet—trucks, elevated work platforms, and equipment—safe, reliable, and ready to support WA’s electrical network.

As an apprentice, you’ll learn to:

- Diagnose and repair steering, suspension, and braking systems
- Service engines, transmissions, and drive-lines
- Work with pneumatic and hydraulic systems
- Repair electrical and electronic systems
- Perform preventative maintenance and safety checks

This hands-on, physical role is based in a team workshop, with opportunities to work outdoors and in the community. It’s perfect for someone who enjoys practical work and learning a trade that helps keep WA connected.

**About the Apprenticeship**

This **4-year program** combines:

- On-the-job training alongside experienced mechanics
- Classroom-based learning to develop technical skills

By the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll gain a **nationally recognised trade qualification** and be ready for a career in fleet and mechanical services within the energy industry

**Who We’re Looking For**

We’re seeking motivated, safety-focused individuals who enjoy active work and want to build a meaningful career.

You’ll need to:

- Have completed Year 11 (including passes in English and Maths)
- Hold a WA ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence
- Be 18+ by 9 February 2026
- Communicate well and work in a team
- Show strong work ethic and commitment to safety
- Be open to rotating between different WA depots
- A Certificate III pre-apprenticeship is a bonus, but not essential._

**What to Expect**

The recruitment process includes:

- Psychometric testing and interview
- Literacy and numeracy assessment
- Assessment Centre (30 September - 3 October)
- Medical, drug and alcohol screening

**How to Apply**

We value diverse backgrounds and life experiences and are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful workplace.

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you’re interested in the Mechanical Apprenticeship.

**Applications close**: Sunday 17 August 2025
**Start date**: 9 February 2026