apprenticeship Program
Under the guidance and support of our trainers and technical development team you will gain the skills and exposure required to be at the top of your trade.
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Career goals are well within reach with our fast tracked program providing additional training hours, multiskilling and one-on-one support from our exclusive trainers and wider apprentice mentor team.
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With a genuine commitment to your skills development, career progression and long-term stability, the Fortress Apprenticeship Program has gained the reputation for best practice training solutions in the collision industry.
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THE TRADE
Fortress offers paid full time and school based apprenticeships
- Completion rates 6-12 months earlier than industry average
- 20% above Award wages
- Paid training and theory days
- Potential to earn salary + production bonus in final year
- Apprentice training days, chat rooms, social events and awards/recognition
- Inclusive and supportive opportunities for youth, women, first nations, people with disabilities and other minorities
- Two training centres with latest equipment and technology
- Two best in industry, qualified full time apprentice trainers
- Designated mentor throughout journey
- Relationships with MTA and Sherwin Williams ensure high standard of training
- Supplier training days to ensure in-depth, current knowledge
fortress apprenticeships
![Automotive Body Repair Technology](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/64e7e5db6943ac10872e7bcf/6556a12281492a1eed5c0cae_Auto-Body-Repair-Technology.webp)
Panel beaters repair damage to vehicles, restoring the shape and structure using a variety of tools, equipment and techniques, including welding, filling and sanding.
![Automotive Refinishing Technology](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/64e7e5db6943ac10872e7bcf/6556a17a71d6f45229aceb20_Auto-Refinishing-Technology.webp)
Spray painters carry out all aspects of preparing vehicles for paint repair including buffing, polishing and priming surfaces in addition to spray painting panels and parts.
![Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/64e7e5db6943ac10872e7bcf/654872c67e6630820f474a77_mechanics.webp)
Mechanics apply a broad range of skills and knowledge to detect faults, carry out diagnostics and repair and service cooling systems, fuel systems, AC, clutch assemblies, transmissions, braking systems, drive assemblies and steering systems.
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Commence your body repair, refinishing or light vehicle technology apprenticeship while completing school. We offer paid 1 to 2 day part time apprenticeships.
Performance Indicators
Industry leading operational, service and workplace metrics
Smash Repair sites at 10 trusted locations
Including 50 Apprentices
Valued, satisfied and motivated to succeed
We value and prioritise customer relationships
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