Apprentice Heavy Diesel Mechanic | Earn While You Learn

Cleanaway Operations Pty Ltd

Wingfield, Adelaide SA

Automotive Trades (Trades and Services)

Full time

Heavy Diesel Mechanic Apprenticeship

Challenge Expectations. Build a Career.

Wingfield, SA | Full-Time Apprenticeship

Looking for a career that's hands-on, rewarding and built for the future?

Cleanaway is looking for the next generation of Heavy Diesel Mechanics to join our team in Wingfield. Whether you're a school leaver, career changer, returning to the workforce, or simply looking for a practical career path, this is your opportunity to earn while you learn and build skills that are in demand across Australia.

We're particularly keen to hear from women, First Nations peoples and others who may not have previously considered a trade career.

You don't need industry experience to get started. We're looking for people with a positive attitude, a willingness to learn and an interest in how things work.

As a Heavy Diesel Mechanic Apprentice you'll work alongside experienced tradespeople, receive structured training and mentoring and gain a nationally recognised qualification while being paid to learn.

This is more than an apprenticeship. It's the start of a long-term career with Australia's leading waste management company.

What You'll Get

Permanent full-time employment

Earn while you learn

A nationally recognised trade qualification: Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology (AUR31120)

Structured training and ongoing support

Dedicated mentoring throughout your apprenticeship

Modern workshop facilities and equipment

Uniforms and PPE provided

Opportunities to obtain additional licences and qualifications

Career progression across a national organisation

A safe, inclusive and supportive team environment

Why Choose a Trade Career?

A trade can open doors to a wide range of career opportunities and provide skills that are highly valued across multiple industries.

As a Heavy Diesel Mechanic, you'll develop technical expertise that can lead to careers in:

Heavy vehicle maintenance

Fleet management

Workshop supervision

Technical specialist roles

Transport and logistics

Resources and infrastructure sectors

What You'll Learn

Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll gain practical experience working on a diverse fleet of heavy vehicles and equipment while completing your formal training.

You'll learn how to:

Service and maintain heavy vehicles and machinery

Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults

Use specialist diagnostic technology and tools

Repair and replace vehicle components

Work safely in a workshop environment

Apply industry best practice maintenance procedures

Contribute to keeping essential community services operating safely and efficiently

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you:

Enjoy working with your hands

Like solving problems and learning new skills

Are mechanically minded or curious about how things work

Have a strong work ethic and positive attitude

Can work well as part of a team

Are committed to safety and quality

Want to build a long-term career

No Experience? That's Okay.

You don't need previous trade experience or qualifications to apply.

You may have gained relevant skills through:

School subjects such as Design and Technology, Engineering, Automotive or Metalwork

Working on cars, motorbikes, bicycles or machinery

Hands-on hobbies and projects

Sporting, volunteer or community activities that demonstrate teamwork and commitment

Previous work experience in any industry

What matters most is your attitude, reliability and willingness to learn.

A Trade for Everyone

At Cleanaway, we know that diverse teams deliver stronger outcomes.

We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected and supported to succeed.

We warmly encourage applications from:

Women interested in technical and trade careers

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

School leavers

Career changers

People from culturally diverse backgrounds

Veterans and ex-service personnel

If you've never seen yourself working in a trade before, this could be the opportunity that changes your perspective.

About Cleanaway

Cleanaway is Australia's leading waste management and resource recovery company. Every day, our people provide essential services that keep communities clean, safe and sustainable. We're committed to investing in the next generation of skilled tradespeople and creating meaningful career pathways for people from all backgrounds.

Our Recruitment Process

To help ensure a safe and compliant workplace, applicants progressing through the recruitment process may be required to complete a range of pre-employment checks, including but not limited to:

Criminal history checks

Medical assessments

Drug and alcohol testing

Verification of qualifications

Licence checks

Right-to-work verification

Ready to Get Started?

If you're looking for a career where you can learn valuable skills, earn an income while you train and be supported every step of the way, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and start building your future with Cleanaway.

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For enquiries, contact: employmentpathways@cleanaway.com.au