Apprentice Technician - Earthmoving Division

Jobtailor; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 43,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Melbourne, VIC invites applications for an Apprentice Technician in the Earthmoving Division. This entry-level role provides hands-on training with heavy equipment and a path to a trade certificate. You will assist qualified technicians, learn fault diagnosis, operate workshop tools, and complete apprenticeship coursework.

A strong safety mindset and commitment to development are essential. Successful applicants will progress through structured training, maintain records, and gain

Qualifications

• Enrolled in, or committed to completing, a Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology
• Genuine interest in mechanical equipment, heavy machinery, and developing a long-term trade career
• Strong literacy, numeracy, and basic computer skills
• Ability to complete training and workplace documentation
• Ability to safely use hand tools and follow workplace safety procedures
• Willingness to learn new technical skills through structured training, on-the-job experience, and trade school attendance
• Reliable, motivated, and team-oriented
• Positive attitude and commitment to personal and professional development
• Successful candidates progressing past interview stage must undergo National Police Clearance and Medical Screening, including drug and alcohol testing

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified technicians with inspection, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of heavy equipment and machinery
• Learn to diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, and basic electrical faults
• Safely operate workshop tools, equipment, and lifting devices
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment
• Complete apprenticeship training and attend required trade school
• Maintain training records
• Work across different service areas and participate in on-the-job training
• Build broad industry experience while servicing, maintaining, and supporting earthmoving equipment used across construction, infrastructure, and civil projects
• Demonstrate commitment to safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Skills

Interest in mechanical equipment

Literacy & numeracy

Team-oriented

Willingness to learn

Education

Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology

Tools

Workshop Tools

Lifting Devices

Job description

Apprentice Technician - Earthmoving Division JobtailorMelbourne, VIC, AU

Job Description

• Assist qualified technicians with inspection, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of heavy equipment and machinery
• Learn to diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, and basic electrical faults
• Safely operate workshop tools, equipment, and lifting devices
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment
• Complete apprenticeship training and attend required trade school
• Maintain training records
• Work across different service areas and participate in on-the-job training
• Build broad industry experience while servicing, maintaining, and supporting earthmoving equipment used across construction, infrastructure, and civil projects
• Demonstrate commitment to safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Requirements

• Enrolled in, or committed to completing, a Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology
• Genuine interest in mechanical equipment, heavy machinery, and developing a long-term trade career
• Strong literacy, numeracy, and basic computer skills
• Ability to complete training and workplace documentation
• Ability to safely use hand tools and follow workplace safety procedures
• Willingness to learn new technical skills through structured training, on-the-job experience, and trade school attendance
• Reliable, motivated, and team-oriented
• Positive attitude and commitment to personal and professional development
• Successful candidates progressing past interview stage must undergo National Police Clearance and Medical Screening, including drug and alcohol testing

Core Competencies

Demonstrates a commitment to safety and quality while developing technical skills in mechanical equipment and heavy machinery. Capable of maintaining training records and completing required documentation in a team-oriented environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Certificate III In Mobile Plant Technology
• Mechanical Equipment Diagnosis
• Heavy Machinery Maintenance
• Workshop Safety Procedures
• Basic Computer Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Mechanical Fault Diagnosis
• Pneumatic Fault Diagnosis
• Electrical Fault Diagnosis
• Use Of Hand Tools
• Training Record Maintenance

Soft Skills

• Team-Oriented
• Motivated
• Positive Attitude
• Commitment To Personal Development

Certifications & Qualifications

• National Police Clearance
• Medical Screening

Industry Keywords

• Heavy Equipment
• Earthmoving Equipment
• Construction
• Infrastructure
• Civil Projects

Tools & Technologies

• Workshop Tools
• Lifting Devices

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