We are seeking a 1st year Light Vehicle Mechanic Apprentice Locally based company Community Solutions is seeking a 1st year Apprentice for our host client, a family owned business of over 40 years located in Townsville. Our host client clearly demonstrates their duty of care to their team. This is a great full-time opportunity for an apprentice who demonstrates the dedication to learn this trade in-depth and to be part of projects where you will gain certain skills to be confident in completing your traineeship. THIS TRAINEESHIP WILL INVOLVE: Diagnosing and repairing vehicle dynamic control systems Service air conditioning and HVAC systems Carry out soft soldering techniques Repair electrical systems Carry out oxy acetylene welding, thermal cutting, and thermal heating procedures Service and maintain battery electric vehicles Test, charge and replace batteries Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace Inspect, service and repair auxiliary braking systems REQUIREMENTS: Must have manual drivers’ licence Understand the importance of workplace health and safety Good work ethic Enjoy practical work Have good hand-eye coordination Ability to pass Pre-employment Medical and Drug & Alcohol test Who We Are? Community Solutions is a non-for-profit organisation operating as a commercial business, providing apprentices and trainees to a variety of different businesses throughout Queensland. We provide apprentices and trainees important career guidance and opportunity to earn while they learn. Dedicated Field Officers are assigned to apprentices and trainees to provide ongoing support to completing their chosen trade qualification. What can we offer you? Salary Packaging Benefits Package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free. Less tax more take home pay for you In addition to your tax-free benefit, you can also use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, holiday accommodation etc.) A weekly wage paid to you directly by Community Solutions Leave entitlements including Annual Leave and Personal Leave Mentoring, ongoing support and regular visits from your committed Field Officer Ability to obtain a certification and vast range of industry skills and experience An Employee Assistance Program - a free and confidential phone-based counselling service available So what's next If this is the opportunity for you, the click ‘Apply Now’ below. You must also be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident. We can't wait to hear from you, recent school leavers are encouraged to apply "We are a 2021 Circle Back Initiative Employer, and we commit to respond to every applicant" To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Lynden Archer on 0747296018, quoting Ref No. 1150637.