Ventura Bus 2026 Heavy Diesel Apprenticeship Intake

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Australia Tradeswomen Australia Full time

**Job Information**:
Date Opened
- 02/10/2025

Closing Date
- 31/10/2025 12:00

Job Type
- Full time

Industry
- Automotive

City
- Melbourne

Province
- Victoria

Postal Code
- 3000

Country
- Australia

Number of Positions
- 1

Ventura is Melbourne’s largest bus operator with a large fleet of a diverse range of vehicles including diesel and electric. As they continue on their journey towards a full fleet of zero-emission buses, the opportunity for learning, development, and a bright career is infinite

**Our Apprenticeship Program **

We have a number of opportunities for new apprentices to kick-start their careers at our workshops. No matter which apprenticeship you choose you will work with professional and qualified tradespeople and participate in an extensive, tailor-made 4-year apprenticeship program, constantly evolving to incorporate the changes required for a zero-emission fleet.

Through a combination of automotive theory and practical learning, you will learn a wide range of skills within the heavy automotive industry.

As part of Ventura Bus' partnership with TWA, you may also be eligible to receive a $7,500 scholarship through our Apprentice Bus Mechanics Scholarship Project, generously funded by the Department of Transport Victoria.

**Requirements**:
We welcome applicants from all walks of life Specifically we look for:

- A year 12 pass (or equivalent)
- Drivers Licence (preferred).
- A genuine interest in all things automotive.
- A mechanical mind determined to get to the bottom of any issue.
- A passion for the heavy vehicle industry.
- An inquisitive nature, desire to learn and ability to follow direction and instruction.
- Commitment and dedication for when the going gets tough

**Benefits**:
When you join the Ventura apprenticeship program you join a team of apprentices and qualified tradespeople across a number of locations. We encourage you to meet the team, form friendships, and share your knowledge at our apprenticeship fun days, BBQs, and events designed specifically for apprentices to get to know each other and build the apprentice team. Our team is diverse, inclusive, welcoming, and accepting, providing you with the best environment for you to be you

On completion, you will receive a nationally recognised trade qualification.

All training is paid for and includes rotations through workshop roles and departments and off-site specialist training. You will be mentored by fully experienced qualified tradespeople who are the best in their fields. A toolbox to the value of $3000 is provided*, hourly rates are competitive and above award rates And you get a pay rise every year We pay tool allowances, penalty rates and a whole lot more

You may also be eligible to receive a further $7,500 scholarship through the Tradeswomen Australia Apprentice Bus Mechanics Scholarship Project, generously funded by the Department of Transport.

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