Light Vehicle Mechanic Apprentice | Automotive Service Workshop

MACRO Recruitment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Hands-on experience

Career progression

Job summary

MACRO Recruitment is seeking a Light Vehicle Mechanic Apprentice for an automotive service workshop in the Northern Melbourne metropolitan area. This full-time permanent apprenticeship offers structured training and practical hands-on experience across a range of vehicle brands.

You will begin with basic servicing tasks and gradually take on brakes, steering, suspension, and diagnostics as you gain competence, with a clear development pathway toward full qualification.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled and committed to completing an automotive apprenticeship.
• Permanent residency status is necessary to meet employment eligibility requirements.
• Good communication and the ability to work well within a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine vehicle servicing tasks such as oil and filter changes suited to your current skill level.
• Assist with repairs to brakes, steering, and suspension as competence increases.
• Conduct vehicle safety checks and notify senior mechanics of any identified faults.
• Develop diagnostic and problem-solving skills using contemporary workshop diagnostic tools.
• Support experienced mechanics during clutch, transmission, and other mechanical repairs.
• Keep accurate service records and maintain cleanliness and organisation within the workshop.
• Fulfil all apprenticeship training requirements while gaining experience across a variety of vehicle types including Japanese, European, and Australian brands.

Skills

Interest in mechanics

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Job description

Light Vehicle Mechanic Apprentice | Automotive Service Workshop

Light Vehicle Mechanic Apprentice | Automotive Service Workshop

Seeking enthusiastic and dedicated apprentices eager to develop trade skills and technical knowledge within a reputable automotive service setting. This is a full-time permanent apprenticeship offering structured training and practical experience.

About the Light Vehicle Mechanic Apprentice position

• Must be enrolled and committed to completing an automotive apprenticeship.
• Pay range approximately $23 to $29 per hour.
• Location: Northern Melbourne metropolitan area.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out routine vehicle servicing tasks such as oil and filter changes suited to your current skill level.
• Assist with repairs to brakes, steering, and suspension as competence increases.
• Conduct vehicle safety checks and notify senior mechanics of any identified faults.
• Develop diagnostic and problem-solving skills using contemporary workshop diagnostic tools.
• Support experienced mechanics during clutch, transmission, and other mechanical repairs.
• Keep accurate service records and maintain cleanliness and organisation within the workshop.
• Fulfil all apprenticeship training requirements while gaining experience across a variety of vehicle types including Japanese, European, and Australian brands.

Why consider this apprenticeship?

This role delivers comprehensive hands-on learning within a busy, well-maintained workshop. You will gain experience working alongside skilled professionals who are committed to your development and provide practical knowledge across diverse automotive systems. This opportunity offers a strong foundation for a career in vehicle mechanics.

Your prospective employer is a respected, independent automotive service provider known for supporting apprentices through a clear development pathway. The workplace environment is clean and organised, providing exposure to a broad range of vehicles to ensure well-rounded mechanical training.

What you need to succeed

• A genuine interest in mechanics and eagerness to build trade skills.
• Previous basic mechanical exposure or workshop experience is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Good communication and the ability to work well within a team.
• Permanent residency status is necessary to meet employment eligibility requirements.

Benefits of this apprenticeship

• Practical training within a modern, well-equipped automotive workshop.
• Experience servicing a wide variety of vehicle makes and models.
• Clear progression pathway toward full qualification and career stability.
• Supportive team environment encouraging skill development.