Apprentice Heavy Vehicle Mechanics

About Us:
Transdev is an international leader in mobility at the service of communities. We design and operate public transport networks - buses, coaches, trams, trains, shared bikes, ferries, and more - to empower freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable and innovative solutions that serve the common good.

Because we are people serving people, our 100,000 employees have a positive impact on people and society. We are an international Group strongly rooted in the communities that we operate in.

At Transdev we believe that diversity in perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences drives innovation and strengthens our team. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join us in building a brighter future together.

Your role and responsibilities:
As an Apprentice Panel Beater / Body Repairer you will be responsible for the repair and maintenance of our bus fleet at our Randwick depot. This includes:

Assist qualified tradespeople to construct and repair metal bus bodies and trailers, using hand tools and power tools.

Accident repair and fleet refurbishment.

Ensure bus presentation meets vehicle presentation standards.

Identify, report and repair vehicle defects

We Offer:
Junior 1st year pay rate $19.70ph (includes industry allowance)

A monthly rostered day off (RDO)

4 weeks paid annual leave

Training on new Electric Vehicle technology

Free staff bus from Central station in the mornings and afternoons (departure times vary)

A FREE Opal card is available for free travel on buses, trains, ferries and light rail

Paid TAFE training held at Wetherill Park

Tools, boots and uniforms supplied

Uniform laundering facilities

Access to discounted Fitness Plus gym membership

The talent you bring:
Must have some proven hands-on automotive or mechanical experience including the use of related hand and power tools.

Must have a current NSW drivers licence (Ps accepted) and be willing to upgrade to HR drivers licence if required.

Commitment to a 4-year apprenticeship opportunity including TAFE study at Wetherill Park

Computer literacy with the ability to record accurate maintenance information

Please note that if you have any relevant automotive or mechanical experience that is not shown on the resume please include a cover letter with as much information as possible about your automotive or mechanical experience

Hours of work:
6am-2.30pm (Monday to Friday)

Depot Locations:
The Randwick depot has all day site parking available and is close to public transport (bus and light rail)

Please note that that we have 3 depots (Port Botany, Randwick and Waverley (close to Bondi Junction) and there will be a requirement to work at all 3 depots on a regular basis throughout the course of the 4-year apprenticeship.

Don't tick all the boxes? We welcome applicants with varied professional backgrounds and experiences. If you're enthusiastic about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with what we're looking for, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect fit for this or another role at Transdev.

Why join us?
Inclusive Culture: We build a supportive culture that encourages diversity and enables our people to flourish.

Employee Resource Groups: Transdev supports employee-led groups focused on diversity, equity and inclusion.

Growth and Development: We offer our employees opportunities to build their own experience within a local, global Group.

Flexible Work Options: We support the development, work-life balance and well-being of our employees

Community Impact: We enable our employees to have a positive social impact by deploying sustainable mobility solutions.

Transdev celebrates diversity and equal opportunities We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, gender, Indigenous status, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. We want to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and strongly encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds and communities.

To request a reasonable adjustment at any stage during the recruitment process please contact Warren Carney on

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Ready to Apply?
If this opportunity excites you, we would love to hear from you

Apply by completing the application form and submitting your resume and/or cover letter which details why you're a great fit for this role. We value unique perspectives and are dedicated to fair and equitable hiring practices. Our selection process includes an initial interview, medical including drug and alcohol test, police check and work references.

Join us in our mission to make a positive impact. We look forward to welcoming you to Transdev