Kickstart your career with a Dual Trade Apprenticeship – Diesel Technician & Auto Electrician at our Burnie branch. This is more than just an apprenticeship; it’s your launchpad into the future of Caterpillar heavy equipment.
Across five years, you'll get hands-on with some of the most advanced machinery on the planet – learning everything from mechanical diagnostics and engine rebuilds to high-voltage systems and cutting-edge electronic controls. As a Diesel Technician, you’ll gain deep expertise in the inner workings of CAT machines; as an Auto Electrician, you’ll master the systems that power them.
You’ll be mentored by some of the best in the business, supported by state-of-the-art training facilities and part of a global dealer network built on a century of partnership with Caterpillar.
At William Adams, we’re not just building tradespeople – we’re building the future of the heavy industry.
One team. Two trades. Endless opportunities. Ready to power up your career?
You will receive:
- TWO nationally accredited training qualifications, paid for by William Adams Cat
- A subsidised toolkit worth over $6,000
- A Caterpillar training passport enabling you to seek work at Cat dealerships all over the world
- A full uniform including personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Above award wages and opportunities to earn more with overtime
- To top it off, you’ll earn a fully qualified trade wage after only 3 years
Where it can take you:
- Our apprentice rotation program allows you the opportunity to travel and work in our branches within Victoria and Tasmania
- You could represent William Adams in the Caterpillar Dealer Top Apprentice Program and visit Caterpillar nationally and overseas
- Upon completion of your apprenticeship, you could follow any of these career paths:
- Field Service Trades Person
- Service Supervisor
- Sales or Product Support Representative
- Technical Trainer
- Branch Manager
The opportunities are endless, it's up to you!
About You
You will have a positive, customer focused attitude and a desire to learn, grow and be at the top of your game. You will demonstrate a genuine interest and passion for your chosen trade and how it contributes to the heavy machinery industry.
Your positive attitude towards safety, excellent listening, and communication skills and your commitment to the structured training will not only see you succeed but thrive in our business.
As part of your application, you will be required to:
Upload a cover letter, resume and your most recent school reports (if you are a secondary school student, or you have completed secondary school in the last year)
** Please note we can only accept applicants that have a year 10 pass (or equivalent) or higher, and we welcome mature age applicants.
You will also be asked to complete three short video questions and some online assessments.
The most impressive and enthusiastic applicants will be given the opportunity to join our team. You will start in February 2027 and begin a 5 year journey to becoming the best in the business!
Don't settle for any apprenticeship, THINK BIGGER with a Dual Trade Apprenticeship with William Adams CAT.
Want to know more? Call our Talent Acquisition Team on 03 9566 0700
* Applications close on the Friday 31st of July 2026 *
