* Fixed Term Full Time
* Monday to Friday, 72.5 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
* Order – Apprentices and Trainees Wages and Conditions
* Location – Rockhampton
Earn While You Learn
Are you mechanically minded and want to start a career in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics? Join our team at Rockhampton Regional Council by applying for an Apprentice Mechanic position.
Our skilled trade professionals will assist you to apply your practical skills and gain knowledge of how to diagnose problems, repair, and service a range of light and heavy vehicles and equipment. You will gain valuable hands-on experience with repairing and servicing engines, transmissions, cooling, steering and suspension systems, hydraulics, and fuel injections systems. With the help of our qualified team, gain your Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle which has 4-year nominal study term.
This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).
What we are looking for
* A mechanical aptitude with the passion to learn and grow.
* Positive attitude with the ability to work well in a team environment.
* Self-motivated with a passion for learning.
* Focus on workplace health and safety.
* Enthusiastic and motivated individual who is able to use initiative.
What you'll get in return
As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.
* Supportive Work/Life Balance
* A large employer with a strong values driven culture
* A generous superannuation scheme – Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Corporate membership discounts
* Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
* 17.5% annual leave loading
* Wages paid fortnightly
* Employee Assistance Program
* Fitness Passport and active social clubs
Curious about where a career with Council could take you? Join us on Tuesday, 12 August 2025 for an inspiring Information Session where you'll connect with current employees and supervisors, meet the recruitment team, discover real stories and career journeys and explore exciting opportunities and pathways within Council. See link below for more information.
To apply for this opportunity, please submit three (3) documents
* Completed application form – find linked below with the position description.
* Your Current resume and your most recent school report card (if you are at school or have left school in the last three years).
* Please provide a 1-2 page Cover Letter addressing each dot point below.
Suitability Criteria
* Your interest in vehicle and machinery maintenance and what makes you suitable for this apprenticeship.
* Please tell us about your skills, work experience and/or volunteer work that may be relevant to the role.
Please use Council's cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.
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Applications Close: Monday 1 September 2025 at Midnight (AEST)