1st Year Heavy Commercial Vehicle Technician Apprentice (JO000077018) Maitland, Australia
MEGT (Australia) Ltd makes Apprenticeships and Traineeships happen. If you are looking at starting your career, an Apprenticeship is a great way to receive training and skills while you are working.
Our Host Employer is looking for a mechanically minded superstar! Our Host Employer has been operating for over 80 years in the waste, recycling, and industrial services throughout Australia. The Host Employer has a fleet more than 250 heavy vehicles they use in everyday operations.
As a 1st Year Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Apprentice, you will be working alongside and learning from highly experienced tradesmen. This position would suit a candidate that has a keen interest in trucks or large machinery, as you will be working on these daily. For the first 6 months you will be on day shifts, after 6 months you will be on afternoon shifts (2pm-10pm).
Your duties will include and not be limited to;
- Repairing engines and associated engine components
- Service and repair fleet of side loader trucks, front lift trucks, hook trucks and trailers
- Test and repair basic electrical circuits
- Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment
- Use of computer diagnostic equipment
- Ensure workplace is kept clean and tidy
- Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- To be considered for this opportunity ideally you will have:
- Drivers Licence (manual) and own transport
- Completed Year 12 High School Education
- Ability to demonstrate working in a team environment
- Superior Safety Awareness
- Work experience or completed relevant studies in automotive or engineering
- Basic understanding of mechanics and demonstrate an interest in this field
- Long term career goals to grow with the company
- Double vaccianted againsted COVID-19
BENEFITS
- Receive a Trade qualification in Certificate 3 in Heavy Vehicle Automotive
- MEGT Field Officer for constant support in the Apprenticeship
- Uniforms and PPE provided
HOW TO APPLY
If you are ready to take your career to new heights and are ready to join a company who are looking to hire the industry's best and brightest talent - simply hit 'Apply' now and send your resume to MEGT today or for any enquires please contact Ashleigh at ashleighholl @megt.com.au (no space).
The first stage of the selection process will involve a phone interview and only successful applicants will be contacted. Final interview stage will be an onsite interview with the Host Employer, along with completing a pre employment medical, including drug and alcohol test.
MEGT (Australia) is a Child Safe and Equal Opportunity employer committed to child safety and providing a work environment that values diversity and inclusion.