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INDUSTRY CAREERS

WHAT IS THE "HEAVY VEHICLE INDUSTRY"?

Australia's "Heavy Vehicle Industry" comprises companies which design, manufacture, distribute, modify, sell, service and repair the vehicles and equipment that keeps Australia moving. From the largest of road trains operating outback, b-double and semi-trailers on the highways, small urban delivery vehicles and all of the specialised vehicles and equipment such as fire tenders, tippers, waste collection and emergency services vehicles to name but a few.

Across Australia over 150,000 people are employed in this exciting industry which produces the world's most efficient, safe, innovative and technologically advanced vehicles.

Australia's national freight task will double in the next 15years. Over 80% of this task will be undertaken by heavy vehicles. The Heavy Vehicle Industry is growing at a rate greater than Australia's economy and provides an exciting, challenging and secure future for those employed in it.

Join the Heavy Vehicle Industry and experience a "Heavy Duty Career" that offers excellent conditions, opportunity and challenges!

WHAT HEAVY DUTY CAREERS ARE THERE?

The Heavy Vehicle Industry is diverse and offers careers across all areas:

Engineering, Administration, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Sales, Marketing and Business Management at all levels.

WHERE ARE THE JOBS?

The options are many and opportunities exist with companies from large multinational to national and local companies which manufacture, distribute, sell, service, modify and repair heavy vehicles and their specialised equipment.

WHAT SKILLS AND TRAINING IS AVAILABLE?

Depending on the career path chosen you can complete a New Apprenticeship or Traineeship and gain a qualification while employed in the industry or still at school. At University you can gain degree qualifications in areas such as Business Management, Sales & Marketing, Engineering, Finance, IT, Human Resources and Training which all directly relate to careers in the Heavy Vehicle Industry.

HOW DO I START A HEAVY DUTY CAREER?

	STILL AT SCHOOL?

	See your career advisor about New Apprenticeship School Bases Training Programs. You can commence training while completing your high school studies!


	NO LONGER AT SCHOOL?

	New Apprenticeships offer the opportunity to gain a qualification and kick-start your career at the same time. New Apprenticeships are nationally recognised and accredited by the Australian National Training Authority. A New Apprenticeship is an employment arrangement between employer and an apprentice or trainee that combines training with your career.

	A Pre-Apprenticeship course at your local TAFE assists you to gain the necessary skills and knowledge that will help improve your chances of gaining an apprenticeship in one of the many mechanical, vehicle manufacture or engineering careers.


	THINKING OF UNIVERSITY?

	There are many degree qualifications which lead to a Heavy Duty Career. For example - Business Management, Sales & Marketing, Engineering, Electronics, IT, Finance, Human Resources and Training.


WANT TO KNOW MORE?

See your Careers Advisor at school and check out these websites and contacts:

	Apprenticeship Information Website: www.apprenticeshipsinfo.qld.gov.au

	Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations The department implements government policies and programs to provide education and training oportunities along with elements of the former Department of Education, Science and Training. Website: www.deewr.gov.au

	Institute of Trade Skills Excellence A non-profit organisation committed to promoting trades throughout Australia. Website: www.tradeskills.com.au

	TAFE Website: www.tafe.qld.gov.au

	Queensland Automotive Skills Alliance Provide information and advice to government and other stakeholders on skills and training needs. Website: www.qasa.com.au

	Group Training Association - Queensland & Northern Territory Provide services for both job seekers looking for careers and industry groups looking to hire apprentices and trainees. Website: www.gtaqnt.net.au

	Australian Apprenticeship Information A website to provide support to participants in apprenticeships and traineeships. Website: www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au

	Traineeships and Apprenticeships Phone: 1300 369 935

	Queensland Department of Education and Training Information on training courses and careers. Website: www.trainandemploy.qld.gov.au

	Careers Information Centre Website: www.centrelink.gov.au

	Commercial Vehicle Industry Association of Qld Phone: (07) 3376 6266 Email: cviaq@cviaq.asn.au

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