Following a successful pilot that’s already seen 33 people join the industry, the WA Government has expanded its driver training initiative into Bunbury.
Funded upskill training to fill diesel technician openings
As Scania looks to fill roles for diesel technicians at its nine company-owned workshops, the company is offering to fund upskilling for light-vehicle technicians who want to transition to heavy-duty.
High hopes at National Skills Championships
Seventy-three of Queensland’s top trainees and apprentices will represent the state at the 2021 WorldSkills Australia National Championships from August 26-28.
Veteran truck technician retires after 54 years
At the ripe age of 70, Roger Padfield has called time on his career, leaving a lasting impression on many of those who have had the pleasure of working with him.
Training boost for industry with purpose-built TAFE facilities
TAFE Queensland will start to train future apprentices to build and service heavy machinery, caravans and recreation vehicles thanks to the Palaszczuk Government’s investment in brand new purpose-built facilities at Acacia Ridge TAFE. Read more
Nominations open for automotive trainer scholarship
Two aspiring automotive trainers will get the opportunity to chase their dream and further their career in the automotive industry, with the Motor Trades Association of Queensland (MTA Queensland) launching the second round of the MTA Queensland VET Trainer Scholarship. Read more
Go-getting driver inspires other young truckies
At just 20 years of age, truck driver Katherine Glover knows first-hand how hard it can be to get a foot in the door in this industry.
TfNSW apprentice applications closing soon
A record number of new apprentices and trainees are being hired to work on major road and transport infrastructure projects, with Transport for NSW (TfNSW) on the hunt to fill 76 placements.
Providing a pathway to new opportunities
Through its Industry Pathways Program, O’Brien Transport is bringing new generations into the transport industry through structured and professional on the job training.
Finalists revealed for top industry apprentice award
Australasia’s largest automotive cooperative, Capricorn, is delighted to announce the finalists in the Capricorn Rising Stars Apprentice of the Year competition.