Light Vehicle Mechanic Apprentice – Learn & Grow

Kinnanes Car Clinic; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early finish Fridays (2:00pm)

Weekly pay cycle

Christmas time off

Job summary

Kinnane's Car Clinic is seeking an enthusiastic 1st Year Apprentice Mechanic for Light Vehicle in West Ipswich. You will learn by working with experienced tradespeople while gaining hands-on experience on a range of vehicles.

Ideal candidates are Year 12 graduates (2026), passionate about cars, reliable, and eager to develop skills in servicing, diagnostics, and repairs in a supportive workshop that offers weekly pay and a clear career path.

Qualifications

• Must be a 2026 Year 12 school leaver with an interest in cars.
• Aptitude for practical, hands-on learning and good listening.
• Has or is working towards a manual driver's licence and working rights in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Work on a wide variety of vehicles and assist skilled tradespeople.
• Carry out logbook servicing, general servicing and repairs.
• Detect, diagnose and repair mechanical faults with modern tools.
• Use up-to-date diagnostic technology and maintain workmanship standards.
• Be part of a friendly, supportive team and progress in a well-established business.
• Enjoy an early finish every Friday at 2:00pm and Christmas break.

Skills

Interest in cars

Hands-on learner

Good listening

Reliable and punctual

Team player

Manual driver's licence

Working rights in Australia

Education

Year 12 graduation (2026)

Job description

Kinnane's Car Clinic is seeking an enthusiastic 1st Year Apprentice Mechanic for Light Vehicle in West Ipswich. You will learn by working with experienced tradespeople while gaining hands-on experience on a range of vehicles.

Ideal candidates are Year 12 graduates (2026), passionate about cars, reliable, and eager to develop skills in servicing, diagnostics, and repairs in a supportive workshop that offers weekly pay and a clear career path.