Heavy Road Transport Mechanical Apprenticeship

About the role

Golden West Apprenticeships offers a part-time Heavy Road Transport Mechanical Technology Apprenticeship in Roma, lasting 96 months. It combines on-the-job training with an employer and a nationally recognised course delivered by a registered training organisation. The goal is to train someone who enjoys working with their hands and fixing things into a Heavy Vehicle Motor Mechanic.

Key responsibilities

• Test and diagnose faults in heavy machinery and its components
• Carry out repairs, tune-ups, maintenance and routine servicing on heavy vehicles and machinery
• Dismantle, remove and overhaul engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms and other parts
• Use welding, machining or hand-fitting to repair parts
• Reassemble engines and parts after repair

Required profile

• Willingness to develop skills and knowledge
• Driver's licence
• Ability to listen, follow instructions and ask for help when needed
• Punctuality, interest and adherence to workplace policies and procedures
• Responsible and safe behaviour at work
• Ability to build good working relationships with the employer and the apprenticeship team
• Ability to complete timesheets correctly and on time
• Desirable: work experience in the chosen industry

What we expect

• Follow the terms and conditions of the Training Contract
• Complete the Golden West Apprenticeships inductions
• Perform work satisfactorily and complete the Training Plan within the allocated timeframe, including theory-based assessments and competency-based skill demonstrations
• Comply with registration requirements, including the Further Education and Training Act and the Work Health and Safety Act