Start your career in the Automotive Industry Today
The MTA has over 1,200 businesses looking for automotive apprentices right now.
About the MTA
The MTA is South Australia's only dedicated automotive industry training provider, delivering apprentices with the skills, training, and industry connections to best prepare them for a successful career as a motor mechanic, diesel mechanic, panel beater, vehicle painter, auto electrician, agricultural mechanical tech and much more….
We are also the first employer in SA to offer Automotive Dual Trade Apprenticeships, ultimately doubling your career prospects and preparing you for the automotive challenges of tomorrow.
Automotive Apprenticeships Available:
The following automotive apprenticeships are available through the MTA:
* Light Vehicle + Automotive Electrical Dual Trade Apprenticeship
* Heavy Vehicle + Automotive Electrical Dual Trade Apprenticeship
* Motor Mechanic - Light Vehicle Mechanical Technician
* Diesel Mechanic - Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technician
* Automotive Sales - Automotive Parts Interpreter
* Spray Painter - Automotive Refinishing Technician
* Panel Beater - Vehicle Body Repair Technician
* Auto Electrician - Automotive Electrical Technician
* Agricultural Mechanical Technician
* Mobile Plant Diesel Technician
* Heavy Commercial Trailer Technician
* Marine Technician
* Motorcycle Repair Technician
* Automotive Heavy Diesel Fuel Technician
* Outdoor Power Equipment Technician
Training is conducted in person at the MTA's Training and Employment Centre in Royal Park (Adelaide), Cleve and Bordertown.
About you
Essential:
* An Australian citizen / or Permanent Resident
* Currently living in South Australia
* 16 years of age or older
* Willing to commit to a 4-year apprenticeship or a 5-year apprenticeship (for dual trades) completely paid for by MTA
* Driver's Licence- full-time apprentices must have Ps & school-based apprentices must have Ls
* Passionate about automotive
* Positive attitude
Desirable, but NOT essential:
* Have completed a Certificate I or II in Automotive
* Previously worked with hand/power tools
* Have work experience in the automotive industry
About the Role
Work on Audi, BMW, Genesis, Kia, Hyundai, Scania, John Deere, Case, New Holland machinery and vehicles, and much more…
* You will attend automotive training at one of MTA's state-of-the-art training centres to gain hands-on, practical skills and knowledge from industry leading trainers
* Work and earn a wage at a supportive Host Employer (the MTA will find you a suitable Host Employer)
Why work for the MTA?
* Walk away with a nationally recognised qualification paid for by the MTA
* The opportunity to double your career prospects with a dual trade apprenticeship not offered anywhere else in SA
* Earn a wage plus super
* We will find you a suitable host employer to support you along the journey
* Free mentoring available when you need support or guidance
* One-on-one support from our expert Trainers
* Learn at trade-school and apply it on-the-job
* Uniform and PPE provided
* Toolbox provided (for full-time apprentices)
* First-class training at our state-of-the-art facility
* Receive perks and discounts at Bunnings and SP Tools
Secure your apprenticeship now
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If you are over 21 years old, please read the MTA's Adult Apprenticeship Policy available on our website prior to completing your application.
RTO Provider Number 2293.
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