Construction Machinery Apprenticeship

Build Your Career with CDA

At Construction Distribution Australia (CDA), we don’t just offer an apprenticeship – we invest in people who want to build a long-term career in the construction machinery industry.

We are looking for a motivated Apprentice Service Technician to join our Brisbane Service Team.  Over 4 years, you’ll develop practical skills and technical knowledge alongside experience technicians, while completing your formal TAFE training.

What you’ll be doing

As an Apprentice Service Technician, you’ll learn to service, maintain, diagnose and repair a wide range of construction machinery and equipment.

What we offer

We want you to have the support and resources you will need to succeed.  You’ll receive:

• A 4-year apprenticeship working towards completing a Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology.
• Hands on experience working with construction and earthmoving machinery alongside experienced technicians.
• Above award rates of pay throughout your apprenticeship.
• TAFE costs covered.
• Uniform provided.
• An introductory toolkit to get you started – complete your apprenticeship with CDA and the toolkit is yours to keep.

What we are looking for

We’re looking for someone who is motivated to learn and wants to build a long-term career as a Service Technician.  You’ll bring:

• A genuine interest in machinery and mechanical systems.
• A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn.
• The ability to work safely, follow instructions and ask questions.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliability, initiative and attention to detail.
• A C Class driver's licence (P Plates acceptable), or willingness to obtain one.

Previous experience in mechanics, machinery, construction, a workshop environment or a pre-apprenticeship course will be highly regarded.

Why CDA

Construction Distribution Australia is a Division of the McIntosh Group, which for more than 65 years, has set the benchmark in equipment management solutions, providing customers across Australia with unrivalled support in the agricultural and construction industries.

Having grown to employ over 700 people Australia-wide, our decision makers remain in the frontline - ensuring we deliver and nurture our service-first culture.

Our aim is to build a continuously improving stable of products and services which will help our customers achieve their agronomic and financial objectives. In turn, this will drive our business and create opportunities for employee growth, resulting in recognition both as an industry employer, and an equipment supplier, of choice.

What comes next

Apply today with your resume and a cover letter telling us why you’d like to become an Apprentice with CDA.

Construction Distribution Australia will commence shortlisting immediately and reserves the right to close this position at any time.

You must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in Australia.