Mechanical Apprentice

Hurley Group; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Brand-new tool box

Award-winning training

Competitive hourly rates

Job summary

The Brown and Hurley Group in Rockhampton is offering a full-time, four-year apprenticeship for Year 12 students and recent school leavers. The intake starts December 2026.

You will gain hands-on experience in heavy commercial vehicle repairs and maintenance while earning and learning, with a potential permanent role after completion. Applicants should be mechanically minded, hold a valid driver's license with reliable transport, be physically fit, and commit to a four-year program.

Qualifications

• Year 12 students or recent high school leavers.
• Proven commitment to completing a four-year apprenticeship.
• Passionate about a long-term career in heavy vehicle service.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in heavy commercial vehicle repairs and maintenance.
• Complete a four-year apprenticeship while earning and learning.
• Potential pathway to a permanent role after completion.

Skills

Mechanically minded

Strong work ethic

Reliability

Physical fitness

Education

Year 12 completed

Job description

Job Category: Apprenticeships,The Brown and Hurley Group,Workshop / Service

Job Description

Jumpstart your career with The Brown and Hurley Group! We’re seeking motivated Year 12 students and recent school leavers for a full-time, four-year apprenticeship at our Rockhampton branch. This year’s intake will be commencing early December 2026 instead of the normal January start. This is your last chance, applications close very soon!! Interviews will take place on the 16th of November so please ensure you are available!

More about our apprenticeship
Gain hands-on experience, expert training, and a trade qualification in heavy commercial vehicle repairs and maintenance—all while earning and learning. Upon completion, you’ll have the chance to secure a permanent role in a thriving industry that keeps Australia moving.

What we’re looking for:

• We’re looking for our next generation of apprentices to standout from the crowd and make a lasting impact, we’re searching for apprentices who are:
• Year 12 students or recent high school leavers
• Proven commitment to completing a four-year apprenticeship
• Passionate about a long-term career in the heavy vehicle service industry
• Mechanically minded, with a strong work ethic and dedication to excellence
• You must be physically fit due to the nature of work
• You must have a drivers’ licence, and reliable transport ready to commence December 2026
• Mature aged applicants with some mechanical experience will also be considered

The value for me?

• If you want to be the best you need to learn from the best – our apprentices regularly win industry awards recognising them for their exceptional skills, this could be you too
• You will receive expert, ongoing and award-winning training at one of Australia’s largest and leading heavy vehicle and agricultural dealerships
• Our custom-built training facilities give you the opportunity to learn in the best possible environment
• Opportunities to work on and alongside top leading brands
• You will gain a nationally recognised trade qualification and pathway to a permanent and rewarding career
• We offer generous hourly rates and guaranteed job security
• We provide uniforms and a brand-new tool box
• We offer support programs as well as retail discount programs

Website: brownandhurley.com.au/careers/

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