Heavy Vehicle Mechanic (4th year apprentice)

Thales; Queensland; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family Friendly Workplace Certified

Relocation Assistance

Fitness Passport Discount

Paid Parental Leave

Veterans Leave

Personal & professional training opportunities

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm based in Queensland is seeking a 4th year apprentice Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or trade qualified Heavy Vehicle Mechanic. This role involves servicing and repairing vehicles, mentoring junior professionals, and ensuring safety standards. Applicants must be Australian citizens eligible for Defence security clearance. Competitive remuneration and a strong team culture are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in diagnosis, fault finding, and fixing mechanical issues.
• Strong technical knowledge and ability to follow set processes.
• High attention to detail with a passion for quality work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing and repairs to allocated vehicles.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Mentor upcoming trade professionals.
• Promote safety and highlight potential risks.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Problem solving

Education

Year 4 Apprentice in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics

Trade Qualified Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

Tools

Mechanical tools

Job description

Heavy Vehicle Mechanic (4th year apprentice)

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence. Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day, we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

Benefits

• Family Friendly Workplace Certified company with Competitive Remuneration.
• Relocation Assistance on offer for anyone who is looking to relocate.
• Be a part of a world‑class workshop with all tooling and PPE provided.
• Fitness Passport Discount + Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance).
• Modernised Paid Parental Leave.
• Veterans Leave.
• Personal & professional training, development and internal growth opportunities.

Our Team

As part of our VTS business, our PRV team is primarily focused on the design, manufacture, delivery and support of protected mobility vehicles on a global scale. We are very proud of everything we do in support of both the Bushmaster and Hawkei platforms as we all work together towards our purpose. Most importantly – be a part of a positive team culture that is focused on our people.

Your Role

Our trades team is growing and we’re hiring 4th year apprentice Heavy Vehicle Mechanics or trade qualified Heavy Vehicle Mechanics to join us. Supported by leaders, driven by a strong team culture and backed up with all the resources to succeed, you will enjoy a long‑term position that will both reward and challenge you. With options for further training, ongoing development and future options that are available outside of your chosen trade, this is a career opportunity that ticks all the boxes.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a wider team of trade professionals to carry out servicing and repairs to allocated vehicles that supports an agreed schedule and defined quality standards and specifications.
• Collaborate with the wider team such as team leaders, maintenance planners, project managers, logistics, HSE and other leaders as we deliver against our commitments and ensure ongoing customer satisfaction.
• Mentor upcoming trade professionals as you play a significant role in future team capability.
• Role‑model all things safety and proactively highlight potential risks within a culture focused on people.

Your Experience

• Year 4 Apprentice in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics who is willing to transfer over to our company or Trade Qualified Heavy Vehicle Mechanic.
• Experience in diagnosis, fault finding and fixing mechanical and technical issues with a passion for quality work.
• Strong technical knowledge, mechanical aptitude and a proven ability to follow set processes.
• Team player and natural problem solver with a high attention to detail in everything you do.

Application Process

After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress the selection and assessment process. Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre‑employment police checks and, depending on the role type, medical checks as well.

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/.

We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here. We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.

Location

Brisbane, Eagle Farm office

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology