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SUMMARY:MTA WA Open Day
DESCRIPTION:MTA WA Open Day\nSaturday 29 August 2026\nBalcatta Training Facility\nJoin us for the MTA WA Open Day and the official WA State Launch of National Skills Week 2026! Explore the world of automotive careers\, cutting-edge technology\, hands-on demonstrations\, and the WorldSkills Auto Electrical State Competition. \n📍 251 & 253 Balcatta Road\, Balcatta\, Perth WA 6021 \n📆 Saturday 29 August 2026 \n⏰ 10:00am – 3:30pm \n🎟️ Free Entry \nWhat’s the Open Day About? \nThinking about a career in automotive? This Open Day gives students the chance to step inside a real training workshop environment and discover where a career in automotive could take them. \nYou’ll get to: \n\nDiscover career pathways – both school-based and after school\nExperience hands-on demonstrations\nLearn about future technologies including EVs and diagnostics\nSee the latest vehicles and technology\nMeet tradspeople\, trainers\, and apprentices\n\nIt’s a fun\, interactive way to see if automotive is right for you! \nEvent Program\nMorning Program \n\n10:00am – Formalities commence & WA State Kick-Off for National Skills Week\n10:30am – 11:00am – Keynote Address by the Minister\n11:00am – 11:30am – Panel Discussion: Exploring the National Skills Week theme: “Life Changing.”\n11:30am – 12:00pm – Open Day Official Opening\n\nMid-Day & Afternoon Activities \n\n12:00pm onwards – Food trucks on-site. Lunch available for purchase.\nExplore sponsor marquees\nWatch WorldSkills Auto Electrical competition live in Workshop 251\nView live training demonstrations in Workshop 253\n12:30pm – 3:30pm – Guided Open Day Walk Arounds & Demonstrations led by MTA WA trainers:\n\nHands-on demonstrations\nBehind-the-scenes training tours\nWatch Auto Electrical apprentices compete in the Regional WorldSkills Competition\n\n\n\nAutomotive Isn’t Just “Fixing Cars” \nA career in the automotive industry could take you anywhere: \n\nAutomotive Technician / Mechanic\nElectric & Hybrid Vehicle Specialist\nPanel Beater or Automotive Painter\nAutomotive Diagnostic Technician\nMotorsport or Performance Specialist\nAnd many more!\n\nWith strong job demand\, the ability to earn while you learn\, and a rapidly evolving industry driven by new technology – there’s never been a better time to explore what automotive has to offer. \nWho Should Come? \n\nHighschool students\, with a passion for cars\, trucks\, tech\, tools\, or problem-solving who wants to discover how to turn it into a career. Parents and guardians are welcome too!\nAutomotive business owners who are keen to find out more about the MTA WA training\, membership or employing an apprentice\nThose already working in automotive who are considering a career change to train the next generation\, or considering upskilling options\nIndustry leaders\, training providers\, VET advocates\nPeople keen to see what an apprenticeship in the various careers in automotive could look like\n\nWe’d love to see you there!
URL:https://www.mtawa.com.au/event/mta-wa-open-day/
LOCATION:253 Balcatta Rd\, Balcatta WA 6021\, 253 Balcatta Rd\, Balcatta\, WA\, 6021\, Australia
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