Looking foryour next opportunity? Contribute your experience and skills to our team!We’recurrently seeking an individual who is reliable and passionate in their trade to join our team, supporting innovation as we continue to strive towards being an industry leader in the maintenance of our fleet. Come on board with Busways as anApprentice Panel Shop team memberatourBlacktown depot.

What We Offer:

- Earning Potential:Up to$55,000+including reasonable overtime loading and generous allowancesInclusive of super
- $20.1134-31.6052per hour(dependent on age & applicable apprenticeship year)
- Attendance Allowance:$16 payable on rostered worked hours
- Tool Allowance:$8.74 - $15.48 payable weekly when applicable(dependant on apprenticeship year)
- Annual Leave:loading of 17.5%
- Ongoing Training and Development:Including in-house Heavy Vehicle Brake courses presented by a registered TAFEteacher.
- Exposure to Advanced Technologies:Work on a range of vehicles, including Euro 5 & 6technologies.
- BenefitPrograms:Fitness passport, Novated Lease options, Employee Assistance Programsand more
- Team Environment:Work in a closeknit,team-orientedenvironment with quarterly BBQs to celebrate together
- Employee Referral Programs:Opportunity to earn a cash bonus for successfully referring qualified candidates for selectedpositions.
- Employee OPAL card:Providing free travel on the Opal network for employees.

About Us:

Busways is the largest Australian-owned bus operator and most experienced Australian bus specialist, delivering high-performing transport services since 1942. As the first choice for real-world solutions, we provide public bus services on behalf of state governments. Our team of 2,800operates1,350 buses and 47 million journeys annually.

Role Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, this role requires you to have a mature and skilled approach with excellent communication skills. Your main responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Under supervision, learning the skills required to be part of the Workshop team




- Performing minor repairs and service of vehicles and equipment,in a timely manner, within your skill level and experience, under the supervision of a qualified tradesperson
- Enter intoa 4-year training contract within a secure employment environment, undertaking a nationally recognised training programinAuto Body Repair - Cert III Automotive Body Repair Technology
- Completing all units of the apprenticeship to the required standards and within the requiredtime frame(s)
- Attending all required TAFE classes under the guidance of your mentors,supervisorand teachers
- Adhering to all Work, Health & Safety requirements whilst performing work duties

You will have the opportunity to:

- Work alongside trade qualified staff toassistthe team in meeting the daily operational requirements whilst learning a trade along the way
- Assistinmaintaininga fleet of vehicles including the latest models and innovative vehicle technology
- Receive full ‘on the job’ training from a mentor with solid mechanical experience, along with training and support from your TAFE lecturers
- Build a secure recession proof career that is always in demand
- Work as directed bySupervisor

Our workshop staff play a critical role within the business to ensure our ever-evolving fleet of vehicles are continuallymaintainedto the highest standard to keep our staff and passengerssafe outon the road.

You can expect to be provided with all necessarytraining,this will include relevant information about our various makes and models of vehicles to ensure a thorough understanding of standards required to meet contract obligations.

Choose anOrganisationthat Values You:





We invite you to consider Busways as your Employer of choice through this opportunity. Join an organisation who supports an inclusive and safe, team focused environment, where you can expect to work alongside leaders and colleagues with diverse skills and knowledge to share, contributing towards the creation of a meaningful employment experience.We value,recognise,and appreciate that our employees are the driving force behind our success, allowing us to thrive.

We offer our employees the chance to develop, evolve and take onadditionalduties throughout their time with us, providing possibilities to progress their career over time. We encourage our employees to follow their passion forgrowth within the organisation, supporting advancement throughout the journey they choose to share with us.

The Successful Applicant Will:

- Completion of grade 10 or above high schoolingortertiary equivalent
- Good Mathematics, Science and English skills
- A strong work ethic which means you will be reliable, punctual, honest, and committed to completing your trade qualification
- A genuine interest in pursuing a career in the automotive industry
- Good communicationskills
- A strong focus on safety in the workplace
- A positive ‘Can Do’ attitude and be self-motivated, conscientious, and eager to learn
- The ability to take direction and show initiative in a fast-paced environment
- Be willing toundergoa pre-employment medicalcheck, andworking with children check
- Must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have working rights in Australia

For any queries about the role please contact the Regional Assets Manager, Fleet:Anthony Vellaon .

Buswaysiscommitted to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from all individuals, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and those from diverse social, cultural, and gender backgrounds.

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