School Based Trainees

Westrac; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

WesTrac invites you to join its School-Based Trainee Program for current Year 10 students in Western Australia who plan to start Year 11 in 2027. This fixed-term traineeship runs for ~18 months, with one eight-hour shift at WesTrac each week and external training every third week, in a safety-focused workshop environment.

You will gain a Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology (AUR20520), hands-on experience with tradespeople, tools and equipment, and ongoing mentoring to build a

Qualifications

• Current Year 10 student going into Year 11 in 2027.
• Interest in a trade career and safe workplace learning.
• Ability to attend rostered work and training.

Responsibilities

• Attend work as rostered and complete training and inductions.
• Follow instructions, site safety procedures and WesTrac policies.
• Communicate openly and professionally.
• Work under supervision and assist with inspections and basic workshop tasks.

Skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Education

Year 10 student

Year 11 in 2027

Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology (AUR20520)

Job description

Start your trade career while completing Year 11 in 2027

Are you a current year 10 student interested in becoming a Plant Mechanic or Auto Electrician? WesTrac’s School-Based Trainee Program offers young women the opportunity to gain real workplace experience, earn a nationally recognised qualification and explore a future in the automotive, mining and mechanical trades.

About the Opportunity

This fixed-term traineeship runs for approximately 18 months. You will work at WesTrac one day each week for eight hours, with standard hours of 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, and attend external training one day every third week.

What You Will Gain

Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology (AUR20520).

Practical experience in a real workshop environment.

Exposure to skilled tradespeople, tools, equipment and safe work practices.

Ongoing mentoring, guidance and progress reviews.

A stronger pathway into future apprenticeship opportunities.

About You

This opportunity is suited to a current Year 10 student who is going into year 11 in 2027 and is curious about a trade career and ready to learn in a safety-focused workplace.

You will be expected to:

• Attend work as rostered and complete required training and inductions.
• Follow instructions, site safety procedures and WesTrac policies.
• Communicate openly and professionally.
• Work under appropriate supervision and ask for help when unsure.

What You May Do

Under guidance, you may assist with inspections, basic workshop activities, housekeeping, measuring, cleaning components, collecting tools and parts, and basic assembly or disassembly tasks.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Successful candidates must complete online inductions, a full medical, a National Police Clearance and PPE fitting before commencing.