Apprentice Mechanic

3 days ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia JJ's Waste & Recycling Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year
  • Heavy Vehicle Apprenticeship Opportunity | On the Job Training | Apply Now
  • Monday to Friday | Work/Life Balance | Great Team Culture | Job Stability
  • Modern & Safe Fleet, Maintained in our Workshops | Corporate Benefits

Everybody knows a JJ's Truck when they see one . . . our iconic green and gold fleet head out rain or shine for collections in your area.

But did you know we have 23 divisions, 135 sites nationally, employ nearly 3000 people and operate a fleet of over 2300

We do more than collect the bin from your street, we also convert waste into clean energy, divert food waste from landfill and convert to compost, manufacture customised waste management equipment, asbestos removal, refine and recycle oil, manage and maintain our fleet inhouse and have our own bespoke technology systems.

Our teams include Drivers/Operators, Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, Customer Service, Operations, Finance, IT/Digital, Environment, Engineering, Industrial Chemists, Safety, Administration and much more . . .

With so much opportunity, what is your career path?

ABOUT THIS ROLE

As a JJ's Apprentice Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, you will play an integral role within our workshop team in our Underwood depot.

As part of your apprenticeship, you will have mentoring at every step . . .

You will be interested in a Certificate III (Heavy Vehicle Road Transport) Heavy Commercial Vehicle Apprenticeship.

JJ's offers an established apprenticeship program that supports the pursuit of a dynamic and rewarding career as a qualified tradesperson.

You will report to the Workshop Manager and will learn to conduct all facets of preventative maintenance and repair of heavy rigid vehicles including brakes, steering, suspension, hydraulics, and fabrication.

All apprentices welcome to apply

ABOUT YOU

  • Be interested in becoming a Qualified Heavy Vehicle Mechanic
  • Have a good mechanical aptitude
  • Demonstrate a professional and outcome focus
  • Complete pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol testing
  • Demonstrate an exceptional eye for detail
  • Drivers licence – preferred, not essential
  • Work well individually and as part of a team
  • Want to be part of a culture of learning and continuous improvement
  • Be dedicated and reliable; we are an essential services industry
  • Demonstrate the ability to build rapport and relationships with all stakeholders
  • Be dedicated to achieving high standards of safety compliance and customer service

BENEFITS

We appreciate there is more to life than work, we provide a variety of work options to ensure the job gets done; with competitive remuneration and a range of benefits, regardless of your role or location including:

  • The stability of a national, Australian family owned and operated business with over 90 years' experience
  • Above award rates
  • Uniforms and PPE
  • Onsite managers who support, review and develop our full time apprentices
  • Dedicated training bays / facilities
  • Controlled environment for Log Books / Training Records
  • Work/life balance - Monday to Friday
  • Afternoon Hours
  • Essential services industry – job stability
  • Full-time, permanent
  • Onsite parking
  • Local depot / workshop
  • Career development and growth opportunities
  • Corporate Health and Fitness Program - Fitness Passport
  • Health-fund discounts
  • Salary sacrificing and novated leasing (including tools-of-the-trade)
  • Banking partnerships – including financial, budgeting and mortgage advice
  • Discounts at over 100 retailers (including groceries and fuel)
  • Car servicing, parts and accessories discounts – plus new car discounts

NEXT STEPS

Interested applicants should APPLY NOW

Depending on the role, the recruitment process may vary slightly; this may include a phone interview, face-to-face interview, skills-based assessment, pre-employment medical and of course, an opportunity to meet the team.

To view our other vacancies or more information about the role go to: 

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Established in 1932, JJ's Waste & Recycling (formerly J.J. Richards & Sons Pty Ltd) is Australia's largest, family-owned and operated waste management company.

From humble beginnings as a small family business, our team has grown across Australia, NZ & the US, and we're passionate about effective waste management.

With a dynamic attitude that values our people, their safety and the environment. We strive for an innovative, collaborative, and high-performance culture that celebrates the contribution of every employee.

No agencies please, we've got this one covered Unsolicited communication will result in the forfeiture of any engagement or partnership.


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