Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Apprentice

Parkes Shire Council; Parkes Shire Council; On-site; AUD 15,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% training costs paid

Dedicated mentoring from experienced/•

38 hour working week with RDO

Four weeks annual leave

Salary packaging options

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance Program

Superannuation 12%

Relaxed regional lifestyle

Work/Life balance

And more!

Job summary

Parkes Shire Council offers a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Apprentice opportunity to begin a career in the heavy vehicle mechanical industry. You will gain hands-on experience servicing, maintaining and repairing Council’s heavy vehicles, plant and equipment under the guidance of qualified mechanics.

The apprenticeship runs for four years, combining practical workplace experience with formal training to achieve a nationally recognised qualification and a start as a qualified Heavy Vehicle Mechanic.

Qualifications

• Motivated and willing to learn.
• Reliable, trustworthy and punctual.
• Flexible team player with good communication skills.
• Ability to problem solve and use self-initiative.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Good communication, organisational and time management skills.
• Have a genuine interest in the role for which you are applying.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in servicing, maintaining and repairing Council’s heavy vehicles, plant and equipment.
• Learn to diagnose faults and carry out repairs under supervision.
• Follow safe work practices while training towards a nationally recognised qualification.

Skills

Motivated and learn

Reliable and punctual

Team player with good communication

Problem solving and initiative

Team environment

Communication and time management

Genuine interest in role

Job description

About the Opportunity

Parkes Shire Council is offering an exciting apprenticeship opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic person looking to start a career in the heavy vehicle mechanical industry.

As a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Apprentice you will gain hands on experience in servicing, maintaining and repairing Council’s heavy vehicles, plant and equipment. Working alongside qualified mechanics you will learn to diagnose faults, carry out repairs and follow safe work practices.

The apprenticeship will be completed over four (4) years, combining practical workplace experience with formal training. Upon successful completion you will gain a nationally recognised qualification and the skills and knowledge to begin your career as a qualified Heavy Vehicle Mechanic.

More information about the role can be found in Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Apprentice Position Description.

About You

Parkes Shire Council are looking for these skills and qualities

• Motivated and willing to learn
• Reliable, trustworthy and punctual
• Flexible team player with good communication skills
• Ability to problem solve and use self-initiative
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Good communication, organisational and time management skills
• Have a genuine interest in the role for which you are applying

Benefits

Council currently offers the following benefits to our Cadets, Apprentices and Trainees:

• 100% of training and study costs paid for by Council
• Dedicated support and mentoring from experienced professionals
• 38 hour working week an a fortnightly rostered day off (RDO)
• Four weeks Annual Leave per year
• Access to salary packaging options through Salary Packaging Australia (SPA)
• Wellness Programs and Health and Wellbeing initiatives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Superannuation (currently at 12%)
• Relaxed regional lifestyle
• Work/Life balance
• And more!

About our Cadet, Apprentice and Trainee (CAT) Program 2026

Parkes Shire Council is offering cadetship, apprenticeship and traineeship opportunities for highly motivated and enthusiastic people looking to gain on-the-job experience and practical knowledge whilst working towards a nationally accredited qualification through a Registered Training Organisation.

The CAT Program provides you with the opportunity to gain on-the-job training, coaching and mentoring from experienced professionals, with all training and study costs paid for by Council.

About Parkes Shire Council

Since its establishment in January 1981, Parkes Shire Council has earned a reputation as an innovative, progressive organisation with a proven ability to deliver outstanding outcomes for our community. As a two-time winner of the AR Bluett Memorial Award - the state's oldest and most prestigious local government award - we take pride in our culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

Embracing a LEAN philosophy across our organisation and operations, we're constantly looking at how we can do things better in order to maximise the value we deliver. We are committed to developing and retaining a skilled, energetic and professional workforce to ensure that we continue to provide the best possible services, facilities and infrastructure to our community.

We strive to provide a flexible, safe and inclusive work environment for our people, and are proud to have achieved formal accreditation under ISO 45001, the internationally recognised standard in Occupational Health and Safety.

If you're seeking a challenging and rewarding career, a range of lifestyle benefits, and an opportunity to contribute to a high-performing organisation, then we're the right place for you.

For more information, please visit our website: www.parkes.nsw.gov.au