Hands-On Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Apprentice (School-Based)

Programmed; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 16,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Public Holidays

Long-term career in the industry

Job summary

Programmed Apprenticeships & Traineeships in the Toowoomba region is offering a School Based Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology Apprenticeship hosted with RoadTek. You will gain hands-on experience working on mobile plant machinery, trucks and vehicles, with mentoring from trade-qualified personnel.

The apprenticeship is based in Toowoomba with TAFE Queensland blocks etc. Applicants must be Year 10 enrollees, with pathways toward Year 11, and must be prepared for safety procedures

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Year 10 in 2026.
• Commencing Year 11 in 2027.
• Passion and genuine interest in mechanics.
• Construction White Card (can be completed prior to commencement).
• Motivated and willing to learn.
• Reliable, with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting, servicing and repairing plant machinery and equipment.
• Diagnosing and repairing braking and steering systems.
• Inspecting, servicing and repairing cooling, emissions and air-conditioning systems.
• Properly maintaining tools, materials and equipment.
• Assisting with light fabrication work.
• Using a range of hand and power tools.
• Assisting with keeping workshops and surrounding areas clean and tidy.
• Assisting with maintaining daily records of plant, labour and materials used.

Skills

Mechanical interest

Hands-on

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

Year 10

Year 11

Job description

Programmed Apprenticeships & Traineeships in the Toowoomba region is offering a School Based Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology Apprenticeship hosted with RoadTek. You will gain hands-on experience working on mobile plant machinery, trucks and vehicles, with mentoring from trade-qualified personnel.

The apprenticeship is based in Toowoomba with TAFE Queensland blocks etc. Applicants must be Year 10 enrollees, with pathways toward Year 11, and must be prepared for safety procedures