FAQ
- How does the MTA-GTS select apprentices and trainees?
- As an MTA-GTS apprentice/trainee who pays me?
- As an MTA-GTS apprentice, how much can I expect to earn?
- Do I need to purchase my own tools?
- How do I find a host employer?
- Where do I go for Trade School?
How does the MTA-GTS select apprentices and trainees?
MTA-GTS conducts pre-apprenticeship and traineeship testing throughout the year. This test consists of numeracy, applied reading and standard progressive matrices.
Having passed the written test the applicant is then interviewed to assess their suitability to the industry.
As an MTA-GTS apprentice/trainee who pays me?
The MTA-GTS pays the apprentice/trainee fortnightly. The apprentice/trainee is required to complete a timesheet supplied by the MTA-GTS which is signed by the host employer to confirm the hours are correct. The timesheet is then faxed to the MTA-GTS payroll department for processing.
As an MTA-GTS apprentice, how much can I expect to earn?
Apprentice Wages are in line with the Federal Vehicle Industry, Repair Services and Retail Award 2002. Conditions of employment are outlined within the Apprentice Information Book and The MTA Group Training Scheme Incorporated Enterprise Agreement 2002.
This award covers such things as annual leave, sick leave, rates of pay and overtime etc.
Apprentice Wages (Federal Vehicle Industry Repair, Services and Retail Award hourly rate) -
- First Year - $7.05
- Second Year - $9.23
- Third Year - $12.59
- Fourth Year - $14.77
The amounts listed exclude Government incentives currently available (see “Government Incentives” for more information).
Apprentice wages are adjusted in accordance with increases of the Federal Vehicle Industry Repair, Services and Retail Award 2002.
Do I need to purchase my own tools?
MTA-GTS apprentices are supplied with a fully equipped tool kit and all required safety equipment.
How do I find a host employer?
The MTA Group Training Scheme will find a host employer for you within a reasonable distance from your home address.
Where do I go for Trade School?
All MTA-GTS apprentices complete 10 weeks of training at the MTA-GTS Training Centre Royal Park before commencing with a host employer. Apprentice Motor Mechanics, Panel Beaters, Vehicle Painters and Trainees all attend training at the MTA-GTS Training Centre throughout their apprenticeship/traineeship. Diesel Mechanics currently attend training at TAFE O’Halloren Hill Campus, however the MTA-GTS Training Centre is currently undergoing an expansion to cater for Diesel training.