Kinnane's Car Clinic is a family-owned Repco Authorised Service centre that has proudly served our local community for over 35 years. We've built a strong reputation for exceptional customer service and quality workmanship, and we're looking for an Apprentice Light Vehicle Mechanic to join our team.

This is an excellent prospect for a 2026 Year 12 school leaver who has a genuine interest in cars and wants to learn a skilled trade in a supportive, qualified workshop.

About the Role

As an apprentice working alongside our experienced tradesmen, you'll learn how to:
Work on a wide variety of vehicles
Carry out logbook servicing, general servicing and repairs
Detect, diagnose and repair mechanical faults
Use contemporary equipment and up-to-date diagnostic technology
Develop and maintain high standards of workmanship and efficiency

Benefits & Perks
Early finish every Friday (2:00pm)
No weekend work
Guaranteed time off over Christmas
Weekly pay cycle
Friendly, supportive team environment
Opportunity to build a long-term career with a well-established local business

Skills & Experience





You don't need to know everything already - we're looking for someone with the right attitude, a willingness to learn and pride in doing a job properly.

Ideally, you are someone who:
Has a genuine interest in cars and the automotive industry
Enjoys practical, hands-on work
Can listen to instructions and is keen to learn
Is reliable and punctual with a good work ethic
Works well as part of a team
Has, or is working towards obtaining, a manual driver's licence
Has full working rights in Australia

If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. If you don't have much to put on a resume yet, that's okay. Tell us a little about yourself, why you're interested in becoming a mechanic and why you'd like to work with us.

How to Apply

You can apply by
Emailing your resume to @kinnanescarclinic.com.au
Calling us on (07) 3812 1* during business hours
Visiting our workshop at 13 Pound Street, West Ipswich
Applying via Seek

Business Hours
Monday–Thursday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Friday: 8:00am – 2:00pm

📌 1st Year Apprentice Mechanic Light Vehicle Ipswich
🏢 Kinnanes Car Clinic
📍 Ipswich