Start Your Career with ATE Tankers

ATE Tankers Pty Ltd is a proudly Australian-owned engineering, manufacturing and service company specialising in road tankers, vacuum tankers and specialised transport equipment. Due to continued growth and the acquisition of new business contracts, we are seeking a motivated 1st Year Apprentice Trailer Mechanic to join our experienced Service & Repair team at Sunshine West.

This is an excellent opportunity to commence your career in the heavy vehicle industry, working on some of Australia's most specialised trailer and tanker equipment while learning from highly skilled tradespeople.

What You'll Be Doing

As an Apprentice Trailer Mechanic, you'll receive hands-on training while completing your apprenticeship. Working alongside qualified mechanics, you'll learn to:

- Perform scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance on tanker trailers and heavy transport equipment.
- Diagnose and repair braking, suspension, axle and wheel-end components.
- Repair pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
- Service vacuum tanker equipment and associated mechanical components.
- Perform mechanical repairs using industry best practices.
- Use workshop tools, diagnostic equipment and lifting equipment safely.
- Complete quality inspections and workshop documentation.
- Work safely while maintaining ATE's high standards of workmanship and customer service.

Every day presents new challenges and opportunities to expand your mechanical knowledge and practical skills.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:
- Has completed Year 10, 11 or 12.
- Has a genuine interest in heavy vehicles and mechanical repairs.
- Is mechanically minded and enjoys working with tools.
- Has a strong work ethic and a positive, can-do attitude.




- Takes pride in producing quality work.
- Is reliable, punctual and willing to learn.
- Works well within a team environment.
- Has excellent attention to detail.
- Can provide at least two references (school, personal or employment).

Applicants must currently reside in Australia and hold the appropriate working rights. A current driver's licence or learner permit is desirable but not essential.

What ATE Offers

At ATE Tankers, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to developing apprentices into highly skilled tradespeople through mentoring, structured training and ongoing support.

We offer

- Full-time employment with long-term career opportunities.
- Comprehensive on-the-job training with experienced trailer mechanics.
- Annual wage increases and performance reviews.
- Overtime opportunities.
- Tenure bonus program.
- Additional allowances.
- Modern workshop with quality equipment.
- A welcoming, supportive and cooperative team environment.
- Opportunities to continue your career with ATE after completing your apprenticeship.

Why Join ATE Tankers?

ATE Tankers has built a reputation for delivering quality engineering, manufacturing and service solutions across Australia. Our Service & Repair division continues to grow, and we're looking for apprentices who want to build a rewarding career with a company that values quality workmanship, teamwork and continuous improvement. If you're motivated, mechanically minded and ready to start a career in the heavy vehicle industry, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now through SEEK with your resume and a brief cover letter telling us why you'd like to become an Apprentice Trailer Mechanic with ATE Tankers.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

📌 Apprentice Trailer Mechanic (Sunshine West)
🏢 ATE Tankers
📍 Sunshine West