Division/Section: Infrastructure and Operations / Property Fleet and Emergency Management
Position Type: 48 Month Maximum Term Full Time (9 day fortnight, 38 hours/week)
Salary Range
* Base Salary $29,987 - $36,287 per annum + super
* Adult (over 21 upon commencement) $50,594 per annum + super
Location: Fleet Services – Bohle
Kick‑start your career in the automotive industry with an exciting apprenticeship opportunity! We are seeking a motivated Apprentice Automotive Parts Interpreter to join our team while completing a 4‑year Certificate III in Automotive Sales (Parts Interpretation) through TAFE North Queensland.
This role is ideal for someone with a strong interest in vehicles, machinery and automotive parts, great communication skills, and a desire to learn. You will gain hands‑on experience interpreting parts, assisting the internal Fleet Services team, managing inventory, and supporting workshop operations - all while earning a nationally recognised qualification. You will learn from experienced professionals and build a solid pathway to a long‑term career in the automotive industry.
This apprenticeship can lead to solid career paths like senior parts roles, sales, service advising, or even management in workshops or dealerships — perfect for someone who enjoys working hard, learning on the job, and wants a long‑term trade‑based career with real opportunities to move up.
If you’re enthusiastic, reliable, and keen to build a future in automotive parts and sales, we would love to hear from you.
For more information on the qualification through TAFE, please follow the below link: Certificate III in Automotive Sales | TAFE Queensland
Qualifications And Experience
In an ideal applicant, we are looking for:
* Willingness to be part of, and promote, a positive safety culture whilst adhering to all Health and Safety policies and procedures.
* Minimum completed of Year 10 with passes in English and Mathematics.
* Minimum of Queensland C class provisional drivers’ licence (or ability to obtain).
* Sound written and verbal communication skills.
* Sound computer skills.
* Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
* Willingness to undertake the requirements to successfully complete the associated qualification.
For Further Information Review The Position Description.
Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We’re committed to supporting our people through a strong focus on work–life balance, a positive and inclusive culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in our community.
We have a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:
* 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
* 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
* 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
* Domestic and Family Violence Leave
* Natural Disaster Leave
* Uniforms and PPE provided
* Annual wage progression
* Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
* Salary Sacrifice opportunities
* Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs
* Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected health and wellbeing facilities
* Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
* Employee Assistance Program
* The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.
Contact Person: Ian (Senior Team Leader)
Contact Email: ***email_hidden***
How To Apply
Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume and attached copies of any licences and qualifications as per the key requirements of the role. In your resume, please discuss your previous work experience and any certificates/qualifications you have completed.
Townsville City Council sincerely appreciates the funding received through the Queensland Government’s First Start Program initiative, which supports the Council in offering this apprenticeship opportunity.
We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!
All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact **************@townsville.qld.gov.au or phone 07 4727 9*** for a confidential discussion.
Attachments
* Apprentice Parts Interpreter_PD.pdf