Heavy Diesel Mechanic Apprenticeship

Wagga Trucks; Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training with qualifications

Uniforms provided

Toolbox purchase plan after 3–6 months

Job summary

Wagga Trucks is offering first-year heavy diesel mechanic apprenticeships at our Wagga branch. You will learn routine servicing, diagnose faults, and perform inspections on heavy vehicles, while earning a nationally recognised qualification.

Join a team of qualified technicians, receive paid training, uniforms, and access to a toolbox purchase plan after 3–6 months. Immediate start available and confidential applications.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current driver’s licence.
• Detail-oriented with pride in doing the job right.
• Reliable and able to work independently or in a team.
• Good communication with teammates.
• Pursuing a Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology.

Responsibilities

• Build your skills in routine heavy vehicle servicing and maintenance.
• Assist with diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults.
• Carry out comprehensive inspections of heavy vehicles.
• Keep accurate records of repairs, maintenance and parts used.
• Support senior technicians and apply learning in practice.
• Care for tools and equipment and maintain a clean workshop.
• Participate in day-to-day workshop tasks.

Skills

Driver's license

Attention to detail

Reliability

Communication skills

Team player

Independent work

Education

Certificate III HV Mechanical Tech

Job description

Wagga Trucks is a leading regional dealership for Volvo, UD, Mack, Freighter Trailers, and Hino. We sell new and used trucks, and trailers, and run a full service and parts department with brand-trained technicians on site. Locally owned and operated, we’re known for quality workmanship, genuine service, and strong customer relationships across the region.

Ready to kickstart your career in the heavy vehicle industry? We have opportunities for multiple first-year heavy diesel mechanic apprentices to join the service team at our Wagga branch.

Key Responsibilities

• Build your skills in routine heavy vehicle servicing and maintenance
• Work alongside mechanics to diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and other faults
• Get to know heavy vehicles inside and out as you help carry out comprehensive inspections
• Learn to keep accurate records of repairs, maintenance performed and parts used
• Assist senior technicians and put your learning into practice
• Care for the tools and equipment that help you get the job done
• Help keep the workshop clean and organised
• Pitch in with day-to-day workshop tasks as part of the service team

What you’ll bring

• A current driver’s licence. This is essential
• An eye for detail and pride in getting the job right
• A reliable approach
• Strong communication skills to connect with your teammates
• The ability to work independently and contribute as part of a team
• Build practical skills and work towards a qualification you can be proud of: a Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology.

Why join our team?

• Paid training with nationally recognised qualifications
• Uniforms provided
• Mechanic apprentices can access a toolbox purchase plan after 3-6 months, repaid over 12 months
• Great team culture and modern facilities
• Career growth and development pathways
• A stable, long-term career in a booming industry
• Whether you’re finishing school or ready for a fresh start, this is a chance to learn from the best and build your future with a trusted local business.

This position is available for an immediate start.

All applications will be kept confidential.