About the opportunity

Join Our Team | Build Your Skills | Make a Difference in Your Community Are you passionate about mechanics, enjoy working with machinery and want to kick-start your career in the mechanical trade? We’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Mechanic to join our Infrastructure Workshop team and develop the skills needed for a rewarding career in heavy vehicle and plant maintenance. This is an exciting prospect to gain practical, hands‑on experience maintaining a diverse fleet of heavy and light vehicles, plant and equipment while working alongside experienced mechanics in a supportive team environment.

About the role

As an Apprentice Mechanic, you will assist with the servicing, maintenance and repair of the Shire’s plant, vehicles and equipment, helping ensure they remain safe, reliable and ready for use. You will undertake on-the-job training while working towards a Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology , including attending off-site training as required. Working under the guidance of experienced staff, you will develop your mechanical knowledge, practical skills and understanding of safe workshop practices while contributing to the effective operation of the Infrastructure Workshop.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist with routine servicing and maintenance of the Shire’s heavy and light vehicles, plant and equipment.
- Assist with diagnosing mechanical faults, breakdowns and equipment defects.
- Participate in minor and major repairs, learning to use tools and workshop equipment safely and effectively.
- Assist with general welding, minor steel fabrication and related workshop tasks as skills develop.
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop, including the workshop and lubrication bay.
- Complete service records, timesheets and maintenance documentation accurately and on time.




- Monitor and record the use of consumables, including oils and other workshop supplies.
- Identify and report hazards, defects and safety concerns, and follow safe work procedures.
- Provide courteous and helpful service to internal staff and other customers.
- Work collaboratively with the Infrastructure Workshop team to deliver a high standard of workmanship and service.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is keen to learn, takes pride in their work and is committed to developing a career in mechanical maintenance.

- Completed or be progressing towards successful completion of Year 12, with a genuine interest in undertaking an apprenticeship.
- A willingness to undertake a Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology, including travel for training.
- A current C Class Western Australian driver’s licence .
- A basic understanding of small and medium motor operations.
- A current Construction White Card.
- The ability to follow instructions, work under general supervision and manage allocated tasks.
- Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- The ability to work effectively within a team and contribute to a positive workplace culture.
- A customer-focused attitude and the ability to communicate professionally with internal and external customers.
- A sound understanding of workplace safety and a commitment to following safe work practices.

Details

Job Title: Apprentice Mechanic Location: Margaret River, WA Employment Type: Fixed Term 3-4 years, Full-Time | 9-day fortnight Salary: IA Apprentice Salary (17/18 years of age) $36,619 - $48,825 per annum

Applications close Wednesday 11 November 2026 at 4:00pm

For questions about the role For more information, please contact Kieran Adlard, Coordinator workshop, Fleet & Stores on 0438 907 359 or at [email protected] Andrea Selvey, CEO

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