Apprentice Heavy Vehicle Mechanic – Bus Depot (EV-ready)

Transdev John Holland Buses; Randwick; On-site; AUD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks paid annual leave

Free staff bus from Central/Redfern to

Opal card for work travel

TAFE training at Wetherill Park

Tools, boots and uniforms supplied

Discounted gym membership

RDO rostered day off

Industry allowance included

Job summary

Transdev John Holland Buses – Randwick NSW is seeking a 1st Year Apprentice Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to support a team maintaining our bus fleet. The role is based at Port Botany, Randwick and Waverley depots and includes TAFE study at Wetherill Park, with a 4‑year apprenticeship path.

Applicants should have an interest in automotive work, basic tools experience, a NSW driving licence (HR upgrade possible), and a commitment to 4 years of hands-on training.

Qualifications

• Interest in automotive industry with hands-on experience preferred.
• Experience using hand and power tools is advantageous.
• Must hold a current NSW Driver's Licence and be willing to upgrade to HR if required.
• Commitment to completing a 4-year apprenticeship including TAFE study.
• Ability to record accurate maintenance information.

Responsibilities

• Assist tradespeople in repair, service, and inspection of buses and related vehicles.
• Maintain engines, transmissions, and driveline components.
• Diagnose ignition and electrical system issues.
• Diagnose and repair brakes, steering, and suspension systems.
• Identify, report and repair vehicle defects.
• Support with spare parts issuing and stock management.
• Keep workshop clean and safe by sweeping floors and emptying bins.
• Operate light workshop machinery and mobility equipment.
• Complete maintenance records using computer-based systems.

Skills

Automotive experience

Hand & power tools

NSW Driver's licence

Willing to upgrade HR licence

Record maintenance information

Education

4-year apprenticeship commitment

TAFE study enrollment

Job description

Transdev John Holland Buses – Randwick NSW is seeking a 1st Year Apprentice Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to support a team maintaining our bus fleet. The role is based at Port Botany, Randwick and Waverley depots and includes TAFE study at Wetherill Park, with a 4‑year apprenticeship path.

Applicants should have an interest in automotive work, basic tools experience, a NSW driving licence (HR upgrade possible), and a commitment to 4 years of hands-on training.