What you'll learn

Learn how to perform automotive and related technology in service and repairs to motor vehicles or commercial heavy vehicles, testing and diagnosis of mechanical parts.
 
Get a start in the engineering and manufacturing industries by learning to solve problems and create solutions.
 
Students are trained in our fully equipped light vehicle, heavy automotive and engineering workshops featuring the latest vehicle and equipment technology.

Careers

 

• Mechanic
• Air Conditioner Technician
• Automotive Apprentice
• Automotive Electrician
• Light Vehicle Repair Technician
• Agricultural Mechanical Technician
• Engineering Tradesperson
• Boilermaker
• Sheet Metal Worker

Industry Outlook

Get the skills you need for a job that’s in demand.
 
The transport, logistics, automotive and manufacturing industries have a large projection of growth in the Mallee between now and 2022.

• Transport, Logistics, Automotive: 350 - 550
• Manufacturing: 250 - 400

Significant growth is forecast, linked closely to horticulture and reflected in planned investments.  Growth is also forecast due to linkages with agriculture and strong export demand.
 
In demand jobs include:

• Truck Drivers
• Motor Vehicle Technicians
• Motor Vehicle and Vehicle Parts Salespersons
• Retail Managers
• Packers
• Food and Drink Factory Workers
• Production Managers

Source: Information and icons – 2017 Regional Skills Demand Profile, The Mallee, Victorian Skills Commissioner. 
 

Entry & Pathways

Further training pathways into relevant higher certificate level courses are available.