Mechanic's assistant
Hepburn Agri Centre

This placement is in a large agricultural machinery business. There are opportunities for students to gain skills around the machinery repair workshop and possibly retail of parts and equipment. The company has a history of supporting the SWL program. The staff are friendly and helpful so if students are keen on the farm machinery scene this is a great opportunity to learn.

Skills You Might Learn

Students will learn to work as part of a team, as well as independently. The use of basic mechanical hand tools and mechanical processes may also be learnt along with communicating in the workplace skills.

Typical Tasks & Duties

Students in the position will assist workers in a range of tasks to complete basic mechanical procedures They will tidy work sites and use hand tools while supervised. The student will be required to be an active participant in all work place practices. This may involve assisting with stock management in the spare parts department as well.

Student Requirements

The students must have completed the OH&S module in WRS VCAL or else have begun the OH&S module in the relevant VET course.

Dress Requirements

Students are to wear neat casual dress appropriate for the work place plus sturdy work boots.

Special Transport Requirements

Students will need to organise their own transport to work as there is no public transport on Karinie Street.

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

• AUR20716 - Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation