Apprentice Mechanic

4 days ago


Scone New South Wales, Australia Upper Hunter Shire Council Full time

APPRENTICE MECHANIC

Scone / MurrurundiFull-Time – Fixed Term Contract (up to 4 years)

The role:

Are you ready to build a rewarding career by becoming a qualified tradesperson? Join us here at Council for this exciting opportunity.

As an Apprentice Mechanic with the Council, you will be involved in diverse range of mechanical work, gaining valuable hands-on experience under the guidance of highly skilled tradespersons. Your on-the-job training and experience gained undertaking mechanical servicing, inspections, fault diagnosis and repairs, will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to become a skilled tradesperson. You will also have the unique opportunity of working on a wide variety of plant and equipment including heavy plant.

Upon completion of your apprenticeship you will have earned a trade qualification that is recognised nationally. What's on offer:

-$601.70 – $947.70 commencement salary + 12% super and the opportunity for salary progression

- Friendly and supportive work environment for you to grow your skills and knowledge

- Financial support and reimbursements available for out of pocket training expenses

- 9 day fortnight (that means every second weekend is a long weekend)

- 20 days paid annual leave every year and generous sick leave entitlements

- Access to additional training and development opportunities

- Salary sacrifice options

- Contribute to making a positive impact on your community

What we need from you:

- Completion of NSW record of School Achievement (RoSA) or pre-apprenticeship

- Provisional or Class C drivers' licence by commencement of employment

- Interest and aptitude in mechanical work and commitment to four-year apprenticeship

- Ability to follow instruction and work productively as a member of a team whilst contributing to team goals

- 2nd and 3rd year apprentices welcome to apply

About us:

Council is a progressive and caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliver quality services to support our community. We strive to make a difference and add value to the lives of our community. Everything we do is underpinned by the values of the organisation and staff, which are being honest, open and accountable, having mutual respect for all people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on our commitments, providing efficient, effective and reliable services to ensure staff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility.Located in the picturesque Upper Hunter, our shire encompasses the townships of Merriwa, Murrurundi, Aberdeen and Scone. All great places to live and work, come and see for yourself Closing Date: 3 November 2025

Job Description:To view this job description click here

Enquiries and Further Information:

Give Tony (Jock) Miller, Fleet Coordinator a call on or e-mail to discuss this exciting opportunity.

How To Apply:

We encourage all applicants to apply online and attach their cover letter and resume by the closing date by clicking "Apply for this job" or through Council's website -

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via
or to discuss.


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