Apprentice Heavy Duty Plant Mechanic

Why Join Georgiou – A STRABAG company.

Georgiou is seeking an Apprentice Heavy Duty Plant Mechanic to join our Plant team based at our Hazelmere Workshop.

This is an exciting opportunity to earn while you learn through our structured four-year apprenticeship program, gaining hands-on experience alongside qualified tradespeople while working towards a Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology.

At Georgiou—now proudly part of STRABAG SE, one of Europe’s largest construction technology groups—you’ll join a business where local expertise meets global opportunity.

For nearly 50 years, we’ve built Australia’s infrastructure and our reputation for being the best people to work with.

With Georgiou’s local knowledge and experience and STRABAG’s forward-thinking innovation, we’re delivering projects that connect communities, develop people, and set new industry benchmarks, all while staying true to the culture and values that make Georgiou unique.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

    •  Build a career from the ground up – gain practical experience working on a diverse range of heavy mobile plant and equipment.
    •  Earn while you learn – receive competitive apprentice rates and paid industry-leading training as you work towards your trade qualification.
    •  Learn from experienced tradespeople – work alongside our qualified Heavy Duty Plant Mechanics and experienced Plant team.
    •  Gain diverse experience – rotate through workshop, field service and site-based environments as your apprenticeship progresses.
    •  Grow without limits – access training, mentoring and future career pathways across Georgiou and STRABAG’s wider Australian and global network.
    •  Belong and be supported – join an inclusive workplace with wellbeing initiatives and support to help you stay connected to life beyond work.
    •  A culture that cares – our values of Care, Integrity and Excellence guide everything we do.
    •  Reward for your work – access competitive rates and the Georgiou Perks employee discounts platform.

About the role

Based initially at our Hazelmere Workshop, you’ll work alongside our experienced tradespeople to develop the practical skills and technical knowledge required for a successful career in heavy mobile plant and equipment maintenance.

Our Plant team is responsible for the maintenance and servicing of Georgiou’s plant and equipment, supporting the safe and reliable operation of our projects across Australia.

Throughout your apprenticeship, you’ll gain hands-on experience assisting with the servicing, repair and maintenance of earthmoving equipment, light vehicles and other plant and equipment.

Our structured four-year program is designed to progressively broaden your experience:

    •  Year 1 – based at our Hazelmere Workshop, rotating through different repair and maintenance areas and building your core trade skills.
    •  Year 2 – continue developing your workshop experience, with opportunities for short-term exposure to site-based work.
    •  Years 3 and 4 – broaden your experience across Field Service and site-based teams, along with exposure to component rebuilds within our workshop.

By the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll have developed experience across a range of environments and equipment while completing your Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology.

Your skills and experience

To be considered for this apprenticeship, you will ideally have:

    • Successful completion of Year 12, together with pre-apprenticeship training or relevant work experience within the mechanical or heavy equipment field.
    • A genuine interest in building a long-term career as a Heavy Duty Plant Mechanic.
    • A strong commitment to safety and willingness to learn safe work practices.
    • The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
    • A reliable and motivated approach to work.
    • The ability to follow instructions and complete tasks as directed.
    • Basic computer skills.
    • The ability to make your own daily travel arrangements to our Hazelmere Workshop.
    • A current First Aid Certificate would be advantageous but is not essential.

Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who is motivated, reliable, keen to learn and genuinely interested in developing a career in the heavy mobile plant industry.

If you share our values, are driven by teamwork and innovation, and are ready to start your career with Georgiou, we want to hear from you.

Click the ‘Apply’ button to complete an application online.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team:

We welcome applicants of all cultures, backgrounds and identities; people with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and current or former members of the Australian Defence Force, including veterans and reservists. We are proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as a great place for women to work.