Powering Giants: Ready to work on the biggest, most powerful machines that drive our economy? Step into the robust world of a Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanic (often called a Diesel Mechanic) with an apprenticeship that puts you at the heart of industries like transport, construction, mining, and agriculture! You’ll join the ranks of highly skilled technicians who are essential for keeping trucks, buses, earthmoving equipment, and other heavy-duty machinery operating efficiently and safely.

As an apprentice, you’ll gain extensive hands-on experience, learning to diagnose, service, and repair the complex diesel engines and mechanical systems of these powerful vehicles. You can expect to dive in and learn how to:

• Perform comprehensive diagnostics on heavy vehicle engines, transmissions, and hydraulic systems using advanced computerised testing equipment.
• Conduct routine maintenance and major overhauls on diesel engines and their components, ensuring maximum performance and longevity.

And lots more…

The Qualification: Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology (AUR31120)

Benefits of Gaining Qualification:

You’ll earn a wage while training in a high-demand trade that underpins vital sectors of our economy. This apprenticeship equips you with highly specialised and consistently sought-after skills. You’ll develop expertise in diesel engine technology, heavy vehicle braking systems, transmissions, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and advanced diagnostic software, building a robust foundation for a long and rewarding career. Your skills will be crucial in ensuring that everything from the goods on our roads to the materials being dug from the earth can keep moving.

Outcomes After Qualification:

Upon completion, you’ll be ready to specialise in roles such as:

• Heavy Commercial Vehicle Technician: Diagnose, service, and repair a wide range of heavy trucks, buses, and commercial vehicles.
• Diesel Fitter/Plant Mechanic: Focus on the maintenance and repair of heavy machinery used in construction, mining, and agriculture.
• Fleet Maintenance Specialist: Oversee the mechanical integrity and uptime of large vehicle fleets for transport or logistics companies.

How Long?

An Apprenticeship typically takes 36-48 months (approximately 3 to 4 years), but it truly depends on each individual and how quickly you can complete your competencies.

What to Expect:

Prepare for a challenging yet incredibly rewarding blend of intensive hands-on practical work in large workshops and theoretical classroom learning. You’ll work with massive engines and complex systems, mastering advanced troubleshooting techniques, precision mechanical repairs, and strict safety protocols. This trade is physical and mentally stimulating, constantly evolving with new technologies, ensuring you’re always learning and developing new skills. Your expertise will be fundamental in keeping Australia’s heavy industries powered and productive.

Ready to Master the Mechanics of Giants?

Begin your journey with a Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanic (Diesel Mechanic) apprenticeship and gain the skills to thrive in a powerful and rewarding career, maintaining the essential machines that build, transport, and grow our nation.

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