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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 workshop on the Central Coast.No previous workshop experience is needed. You just need to be reliable, keen to learn and genuinely interested in vehicles.

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.

This is a full-time role, working 38 hours per week. Standard hours are generally 8:00am to 4:06pm. Some overtime and weekend work may be required

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 routine maintenance
• Assist with light vehicle diagnostics using diagnostic tools
• Help repair vehicles and replace faulty parts
• Learn how technicians identify and fix vehicle issues
• Assist with road testing under supervision
• Use tools and workshop equipment safely
• Keep your work area clean, safe and organised
• Follow workshop processes and safety procedures

You will not be expected to know everything on day one. The goal is to listen, ask questions and keep improving.

Why This Is a Good Place to Start
You’ll be learning in a professional workshop with:

• Up-to-date workshop equipment
• Purpose-built facilities designed for vehicle servicing and maintenance
• Experienced technicians who can show you the trade
• Exposure to diagnostics, servicing, repairs and road testing
• A strong focus on high service standards
• Supportive supervision and regular CCGT check-ins
• Opportunities to build your skills through specialised technical training

You’ll also receive paid full-time employment, uniform, on-the-job training and 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 and the automotive industry
• 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
• Are a team player
• Can handle a busy, fast-moving workshop environment
• Are willing to complete overtime when required
• 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 
• $16.20 per hour, or approximately $615.51 per week for Under 21, completed year 12 
• $23.56 per hour, or approximately $895.28 per week for Adult (over 21)

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. Once qualified your earning capacity can be up to $140,000

How to Apply
Click APPLY NOW and upload your resume.

Your resume does not need to be perfect. You can include school, sport, work experience, volunteering, hobbies, car projects or any hands-on experience.

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

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