Future Forward Program

A First Nations Career Pathway with Veolia | Commencing 9 November 2026

Build Your Future as a Heavy Diesel Mechanic with Veolia

Are you an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person looking to build your skills, gain hands-on experience and explore a rewarding career in heavy diesel mechanics?

Veolia’s Future Forward Program is a 5-week pre-employment program commencing Monday 9 November 2026 in Melbourne/Naarm, designed to help First Nations people develop skills, gain workplace experience and explore long-term career opportunities with Veolia.

As part of the program, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology pathway in Keysborough, gaining exposure to heavy vehicle servicing and repairs, mechanical diagnostics, preventative maintenance, workshop tools and safe work practices.

The program combines vocational training, hands-on learning, cultural connection, mentoring and workplace experience, giving you the opportunity to learn alongside experienced Veolia professionals.

This program aims to increase the employment of First Nations people and is a special measure intended to achieve equality under Section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).

What Can You Expect?

The first two weeks of the program include:

• Roar ‘N’ Snore Cultural Overnight Camp at Melbourne Zoo
• Connection to Country Yarning Circle, cultural activities and Mentor Yarning Circle
• A visit to Hampton Park Resource Recovery Park and Veolia Waste, Water and Energy operations
• “A Day in the Life” experiences across Veolia roles
• Essential Readiness sessions covering Veolia’s purpose, values and Reconciliation Action Plan
• Networking with Veolia, MEGT, The King’s Trust and Bullroarers Australia
• Achieve Framework Workshop, First Nations mentor connections, cohort connection and team-building

Participants then complete three weeks of hands-on workplace learning in their chosen career area alongside experienced Veolia professionals.

Explore a Career as a Heavy Diesel Mechanic