21st July, 2026
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1st Year Apprentice Mechanic | Gosford, Central Coast NSW | Full-time | Start ASAP
The Opportunity
Love cars and want to learn how they work while using real tools and getting paid?
CCGT is looking for a 1st Year Apprentice Mechanic to join a busy automotive dealership in Gosford. No previous workshop experience is needed. You just need to be reliable, curious and ready to learn.
You will be employed by Central Coast Group Training (CCGT) and placed with the Host Employer for your day-to-day work. CCGT will support you throughout your apprenticeship while you complete a nationally recognised Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology.
Full-time hours are 8:00am to 4:06pm, Monday to Friday. This role is based at the dealership site in Gosford.
What You’ll Actually Be Doing
Your first few months will focus on learning workshop safety, getting familiar with tools and equipment, and helping qualified technicians with daily jobs.
As your skills grow, you’ll start learning how to:
- Service vehicles and complete basic maintenance
- Assist with mechanical repairs
- Learn how technicians inspect and test vehicles
- Use workshop tools and equipment safely
- Understand how a busy dealership workshop runs
- Keep your work area clean, organised and ready for the next job
- Support the team with day-to-day workshop tasks
You will not be expected to know everything on day one. The goal is to learn, ask questions and keep improving.
Why This Is a Good Place to Start
You’ll be learning in a dealership workshop with:
- A friendly and professional team
- Experienced technicians who can show you the trade
- A family-owned business environment
- A strong focus on safety and quality work
- Real experience servicing and repairing vehicles
- A business that has supported the local community for many years
- A workplace where teamwork and presentation matter
You’ll also receive paid full-time employment, on-the-job training and regular support from CCGT throughout your apprenticeship.
After your apprenticeship, career pathways may include Qualified Light Vehicle Mechanic, Automotive Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Workshop Leading Hand or Service Advisor.
What We’re Looking For
This role could suit you if you:
- Are genuinely interested in cars
- Turn up on time and are ready to learn
- Listen carefully and follow instructions
- Ask questions when you are unsure
- Work safely and respect the team around you
- Enjoy hands-on work
- Can handle a busy workshop environment
- Have a driver’s licence
- Have your own vehicle
School projects, work experience, sport, volunteering, car projects, hobbies or helping family all count. Include anything that shows you are reliable, practical and willing to have a go.
Pay
This is a paid, full-time apprenticeship. Current first-year apprentice rates are:
- $14.73 per hour, or approximately $559.55 per week for under 21, not completed Year 12
Rates are before tax and based on 38 ordinary hours per week. Your exact rate will depend on the applicable apprenticeship classification and will be confirmed before an employment offer is made. Superannuation and any applicable overtime, penalty rates and allowances are paid in addition.
How to Apply
Click APPLY NOW and upload your resume.
What’s Next?
- Apply online
- CCGT will contact you for a quick phone chat
- You may meet with CCGT
- You may then meet the Host Employer
- If it is the right fit, CCGT will help you get started
Questions? Contact Brooke on 02 4353 2655 or recruitment@ccgt.com.au.
Applications close: 5:00pm 20th August. Don’t wait! Applications are being reviewed as they come in and the role may be filled before the closing date.
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