Heavy Vehicle Automotive Apprenticeship

4 days ago

Wetherill Park New South Wales, Australia Programmed Skilled Workforce Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Kickstart your career in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics with Programmed Apprenticeships and Dal-Trans, one of Australia's leading specialists in heavy vehicle transmissions.

About the Role

As a first-year apprentice, you'll gain hands-on experience working on heavy commercial vehicles, including:

  • Servicing and repairing large diesel engines
  • Overhauling and maintaining automatic transmissions (specialising in Allison systems)
  • Working with driveline components and PTO systems
  • Using advanced diagnostic tools and dyno testing equipment
  • Assisting with field repairs and machine shop work (welding, machining, fabrication)

Location: Wetherill Park, NSW

This is a unique opportunity to learn from industry leaders and develop skills that set you apart in the heavy vehicle sector.

What We Offer

  • Above award wages
  • All TAFE training provided for Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
  • Bonuses and incentives for great performance
  • Uniform and PPE supplied
  • A supportive, positive workplace culture
  • Mentorship from experts with over 150 years of combined experience

Who We're Looking For

  • Passion for engines, trucks, and heavy diesel
  • Strong interest in mechanical systems and problem-solving
  • Current driver's licence and own transport (preferred but not essential)
  • Motivated, reliable, and eager to learn

Why Programmed & Dal-Trans?

Programmed Apprenticeships is a national leader in automotive apprenticeships, guiding you through every step of your trade. Dal-Trans is an authorised Allison Transmission dealer, specialising in automatic transmission repairs, dyno testing, and field service for heavy vehicles. Together, we'll set you up for success in a high-demand industry.

Who we are

As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.

At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

So it's over to you. If you would like to join our team, APPLY now.

To learn more about working with Programmed, we encourage you to visit our website.

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