Investing in your Future
Apprenticeships & Traineeships with Truck Centre WA

When you join Truck Centre WA, you become part of a statewide family dedicated to supporting your career growth and guiding you towards your potential. With 300+ employees spread across 8 branches, we proudly represent leading and progressive brands in the Heavy Vehicle industry.

Our apprentices have access to state-of-the-art workshop facilities and specialized tools. They also receive comprehensive in-house factory training to unlock their full potential. In addition, our dedicated Apprentice Master is committed to assisting you with your development requirements. Rest assured, Truck Centre is here to support your career advancement.

The automotive industry landscape is constantly evolving, particularly with the continuous innovation in
alternative fuel vehicles. This presents limitless opportunities for you to expand your skillset.

REGISTER YOUR INTEREST IN AN APPRENTICESHIP WITH TRUCK CENTRE WA HERE

Reaching Your
Potential

At Truck Centre WA, our employees benefit from an in-house training department that provides access to factory training, development programs, and support. We strongly emphasize internal promotion, with a significant number of our leaders having been developed and recruited from within the organization.
Our renowned apprenticeship program is a cornerstone of our commitment to nurturing talent. We currently employ over 75 apprentices across various disciplines, including:

  • Heavy Diesel Mechanic
  • Auto Electrician
  • Vehicle Body Builder
  • Dual Trade Heavy Diesel/Auto Electrical

These apprenticeships provide hands-on experience and specialized training in their respective fields, ensuring our apprentices gain the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career in the Heavy Vehicle industry.

APPRENTICE & TRAINEESHIPS

An apprenticeship or traineeship with Truck Centre WA can provide various exciting career pathways in an ever-evolving industry. At Truck Centre WA, we strongly encourage developing leaders within our company, with a vast majority of roles being promoted and developed from within.

MEET JACOB …

Jacob is one of our respected and valued Team Leaders at our Forrestfield branch who started out in our Apprenticeship program. From a young age, Jacob enjoyed the challenge of fixing things. Growing up on a vineyard, he was always tinkering in the shed with his old man. For Jacob, a hands on role where he was able to problem-solve was always top of mind, which is where he ventured in to starting his career – in the Apprenticeship program at Truck Centre WA!

Jacob came on board initially completing his Auto-Electrician trade certification, and in addition was spotted as an emerging talent and was successful in securing a dual-trade apprenticeship, adding a Heavy Diesel Mechanic certification to his skillset shortly after. Through his role, he has had the opportunity to travel throughout WA as a breakdown technician, and has since been promoted to a Team Leader at our Forrestfield branch.

“The apprenticeship program was a great start for me. It’s very hands on, and I found the learning to be interesting and challenging. Truck Centre WA is an ideal space to learn because we have a large, varied customer base and the role is fast paced. I work on leading global brands, have had fantastic travel opportunities for my job and have been rewarded well, including incentive trips to some great places including Christmas Island and Queensland! My recommendation to any apprentice looking for the right company, is to choose a company that will give you the best exposure to learn!”

WHY JOIN OUR APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM?

  • Comprehensive, industry leading factory training within our state of the art facilities
  • Work with brands that are leaders in emerging technologies
  • In house training department
  • Dedicated Apprentice Master
  • Above Award rates of pay and shift penalties
  • Salary sacrificed tool loans (easy fortnightly repayments)
  • Prioritised TAFE placements
  • Diverse career opportunities
  • Opportunities for Dual -Trade Apprenticeship options available

OUR APPRENTICE BENEFITS:

Annual CPI wage increase
Career opportunities and advancements offered across our 8 branch network
Recognition and rewards
Exposure to factory training via our in house training department, supported by industry leading diagnostic systems and equipment
Health & Wellbeing MATES program – EAP, counselling and support
Safety first culture and ZERO HARM safe initiative
Comfortable, supportive workplace
Access to tool loans and discounted tools
Employee referral bonus scheme
Company supplied uniforms
FAQ

WHAT IS THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS?
1.Submit an up-to-date Resume and Cover letter.
2. If successful for the first stage, you will be invited to attend an Assessment Centre
3. Shortlisted candidates will then be invited to an Interview
4. If successful, you will progress to complete the standard pre-employment process including medical checks, reference checks and a police check.

WHAT ARE THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS?
Apprentices are required to be 15 years of age and completion of year 10 is preferred. Completion of a Pre-Apprenticeship II in your chosen trade is desirable. You will be required to get yourself to and from the branch on time each day.

HOW OFTEN DO APPRENTICESHIP INTAKES HAPPEN?
TCWA conduct an annual apprenticeship intake throughout all of our branches. This usually takes place with advertising commencing in August/September each year. However, occasionally branches may open up additional opportunities at other times throughout the year.
All opportunities will be advertised on Seek and social media platforms.

ARE THERE ANY COSTS?
There are no costs associated with applying for an apprenticeship opportunity and your education will be funded by Truck Centre WA (please note if you are unsuccessful in completing your apprenticeship you will be required to pay for your re-enrolment fees).

I HAVE COMPLETED A PRE-APPRENTICESHIP, WILL MY SKILLS BE CONSIDERED?
Yes. If you have completed a Pre-Apprenticeship in your chosen trade, you will be able to apply for recognition of prior learning to reduce the number of units you need to complete at Tafe.

I AM A MATURE – AGED CANDIDATE (over 21), CAN I BE CONSIDERED?
Absolutely. Truck Centre WA offer apprenticeships to the best person for the role. We have apprentices from 15 years of age through to their 40’s.

DO I HAVE TO BE AN AUSTRALIAN RESIDENT TO APPLY?
Yes, you must be an Australian Resident to be able to register as an apprentice.

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO COMPLETE AN APPRENTICESHIP?
The standard Apprenticeship term is 4 years.

WHAT IS THE PROCESS TO APPLY FOR A DUAL APPRENTICESHIP?
As your apprenticeship nears completion, your Apprentice master will be in touch with you to discuss and identify career and development pathway opportunities. If we are able to support your request and training and development needs, you may be offered the opportunity to complete a dual trade. From time to time, we may reach out to you if you have been identified as exceptional talent.