Mechanic's assistant
Mildura 4WD Accessories

This is an opportunity for a student who has a keen interest in the automotive industry. This professional and local business will give the student a chance for a hands on placement in a workshop that specialist in fitting 4WD accessories including bull bars, tow bars, canopies, driving lights and much more.

Skills You Might Learn

Students may have the opportunity to attain a broad range of skills while on work placement. These may include valuable general employability skills such as:
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Problem solving
- Initiative and enterprise
- Planning and organising
- Self-management
- Learning
- Technology
Students may also attain vital industry specific skills which will relate to their studies such as:
- Hands-on practical experience
- Observing and learning from industry qualified and experienced professionals
- Working in real-life scenarios and environments
- Working with tools and equipment necessary to the occupation and business
- Liaising and working with colleagues, bosses, customers/clients and suppliers.

Typical Tasks & Duties

This position will provide students with the opportunity to develop a broad base of skills necessary in fitting 4WD accessories. The student's task will include keeping the workshop clean and tidy, helping staff with tools and equipment, and making sure all equipment is stored correctly. The student will apply safe working practices and observe OH&S procedures in the workplace.

Student Requirements

Whilst the students are attending a work placement they are expected to:
Dress appropriately
Maintain interest and participate in work duties
Be well mannered and behave in a respectful and responsible manner
Be punctual
Follow management instructions
Act in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements
Work within the team
Listen and take advice from fellow workers
Participate in business activities as required
Respect other people’s belongings
Keep a note pad and pen handy to take notes for their own reference
Demonstrate the skills they have developed through their course
Take their Log Book to the work placement every day.

Dress Requirements

Work boots.
Clean workshop attire or overalls supplied by Host if required.

Special Transport Requirements

Public transport is limited. Students are advised to make their own transport arrangement.

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

• AUR20716 - Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation
• UEE21911 - Certificate II in Electronics