Apprentice Fire Vehicle Repairer - Fire and Rescue NSW

Participate in the Automotive - Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology Certificate apprenticeship with the aim of becoming a Fire and Rescue NSW Heavy Vehicle Motor Mechanic after 4 years

Salary: $653.70 per week (1st Year Apprentice), and tool allowance and superannuation

About the role: This is more than just an apprenticeship—it's a chance to work on some of the most critical vehicles in the state. You'll gain hands‑on experience, learn from the best in the business, and build a career that keeps our firefighters on the road and ready for action.

As an Apprentice Fire Vehicle Repairer of FRNSW, you will build skills and develop experience in the following:

Interpretation of mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic diagrams to undertake service, repairs and maintenance

Use of vehicle diagnosis equipment and software

Correct use of precision measuring devices

Use of hand tools, power tools and various workshop equipment

Operation of welding and oxy‑acetylene cutting equipment

Service, repair, maintain and inspect all FRNSW vehicles and appliances

Use of the FRNSW Fleet Management Computer System

Participate in field service work

What we can offer:

Hours 7 am to 3:30 pm

Supportive learning and team environment

Free on‑site gym and parking

Access excellent career opportunities and industry experience

Earn a Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology

About you:

You will possess the mechanical aptitude suitable to the repair, service and maintenance of heavy vehicles

Ability to complete the training course

Possess good communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment





Have demonstrated motivation and interest in the trade

Eligible for a Record of School Achievement (RoSA) before commencement of apprenticeship

Successful completion of the School Certificate

For more information on the role, please view the Role Description

Should you require more information about this opportunity, please contact Anthony Barkley, Technical Support & Maintenance Planner on0461381***

About us: FRNSW is one of the world’s largest urban fire and rescue services and is the busiest in Australia. Our overriding purpose is to enhance community safety, quality of life, and confidence by minimising the impact of hazards and emergency incidents on the people, property, environment and economy of NSW. We are prepared for anything – helping anyone, anywhere, anytime.

Visit our Careers Page to learn more about Fire and Rescue NSW.

Our commitment to diversity: Great people come from all walks of life and at Fire and Rescue NSW we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and versatile workforce which reflects the community we serve.

We welcome people with diverse experience, skills and backgrounds, and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals who identify as LGBTIQ, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of all ages.

If you are a person with disability and require specific arrangements to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the FRNSW Talent Acquisition Team by email at ***@fire.nsw.gov.au

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📌 Apprentice Fire Vehicle Repairer (Sydney)
🏢 Fire and Rescue NSW
📍 Sydney