2026 IBL - Dealer Network Development & Training Academy Assistant

We're Hiring: Industry Based Learning, Dealer Network Development & Training Assistant

At Daimler Truck Australia Pacific, we support Industry Based Learning year after year and continue to develop our program and students who participate.  We have had many successful applicants carve their future careers in our industry after building sound career foundations through our IBL program. Our company too, continues to be well positioned as a global leader in the manufacturing of high quality commercial vehicles with three high-profile brands - Mercedes-Benz Trucks, Fuso Truck and Bus and Freightliner.  Innovators in our industry, we have a clear vision to be the undisputed leader of the truck and bus industry in Australia, and we share a common Daimler Trucks purpose across the globe- For All Who Keep The World Moving

This 2026 IBL program, based in our Aftersales division, focuses on our Dealer Network Development and Training Academy team andcommences mid-January 2026. You will need to commit to full-time office hours until end of January 2027. To qualify for this program, you must be an undergraduate student currently completing your penultimate year of study.  As at January 2026, you must have a remaining 12 months or 2 semesters of study to complete your degree. Ideally, you are studying a Business Management or similar degree.

Based at our corporate Head Office in Mulgrave, we strive to offer fantastic on the job work experience combined with professional development opportunities to enable you to kick-start your future. We will provide you with on-going on-line and in-person learning opportunities, addressing business etiquette, systems, and networking training to support the development of your technical and soft skills early in your career.  Our L & D offerings will further supplement and support your growth and connectedness to your career.

The role:

We are looking for a dynamic and innovative university student to join the team as an IBL Dealer Network Development / Training Academy Assistant. Our 2026 IBL Program will expose you to real jobs, real experiences and real learning which will allow you to gain valuable workplace experience relevant to your chosen field of study. This 12-month opportunity, starting in 2026, is to learn and work alongside our experienced team of professionals across our Dealer Network Development and Training Academy teams, accelerating your learning and gaining valuable exposure to our brand and corporate values. It will be an amazing opportunity to contribute to our purpose, For All Who Keep The World Moving.

Within this Dealer Network Development / Training Academy Assistant role, you will have an opportunity to immerse yourself in supporting our dealers and assisting in coordinating the Daimler Truck Training Academy and the Network Development team. We are responsible for supporting our industry-leading Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner and Fuso products and dealers. Your role will include working with dealer requests, maintaining databases and providing support to the Dealer Network. You have the opportunity to learn and contribute to Daimler Truck training days, coordinating sessions, liaising with external providers, and assisting with dealer outreach activities.

Some key responsibilities include:

1. Assist with dealer requests and retail dealer staff movements for Network Development
2. Assist with course schedules, trainer requests, network requests and day-to-day course management through the training academy
3. Support our Dealer Administrators as they manage dealer staff changes and access requests
4. Support our Dealer Learning Coordinators as they manage learning and development pathways for their dealer teams
5. Coordinate the logistics involved in delivering training, including catering companies
6. Provide support to the team in generating reports

About You:

We are looking for innovative and highly driven students with a strong desire to help shape our fast-growing global business. As the successful candidate, you will apply your exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build positive business relationships, and will bring out of the box thinking along with a genuine passion for building solutions within our industry. You will enjoy working in a fast paced and dynamic environment. Above all, as you will be working in a small team, you will be team oriented and have a flexible and adaptable attitude to the changing needs of the business. Your keen eye for detail will ensure accuracy in the work you produce, and enable you to develop or document new processes and initiatives. A strong interest in immersing yourself in this role will lead you to achieve greater insights into this business unit, and the Truck industry as a whole as you begin your career in Business Management.

What's Next?

#MAKEYOUR MOVE

If you would like to be considered for this amazing opportunity, Make Your Move, apply now and please include your CV, cover letter and academic transcript.   Applications close Sunday 28th September 2025.

This is a local, contract role. You must have a valid working visa for Australia / New Zealand for the entire length of the contract, to be able to apply for this position.

At Daimler Truck Australia Pacific, we believe our people make the difference. We are proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and are committed to inspiring an innovative and collaborative working culture. By joining our team, you will access generous employee benefits, such as discounted car leasing, on-site parking, employee assistance programs and much more. We understand everyone benefits from work differently, therefore our approach to learning is open and individually adaptable. Career pathways are supported through a network of learning and development programs, like our Women in Leadership Program and Mentoring Program, allowing everyone to grow at their own pace. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We openly celebrate Diversity Day, International Women's and Men's Days and host guest speakers to foster a collaborative culture. Our team's contributions are actively recognized through Employee Recognition and Reward programs. This celebrates our dynamic working culture and one where our people can be themselves.