Admissions OPEN for TIP Mechanic Academy 2024/2025
Do you want to become a TIP certified trailer mechanic? Applications are now open for TIP Group’s innovative program that provides hands-on training, a competitive salary, and a guaranteed job upon graduation!
The TIP Mechanic Academy offers an unparalleled opportunity to fast-track your career in just nine months. Learn from expert mentors and gain essential skills in maintenance, diagnostics, repair, and safety. The TIP Mechanic Academy will start in the autumn of 2024 in Denmark, France, the Netherlands and the UK, and in January 2025 in Germany. Apply now to join a certified Great Place to Work company and kickstart your career with a company that truly values its employees!
What is TIP Mechanic Academy?
The TIP Mechanic Academy is an innovative training program, launched in 2023 by TIP Group, designed to fast-track the training and certification of trailer mechanics. In just nine months, trainees will become TIP certified trailer mechanics. Trainees get an upfront offer of a job as a mechanic in a TIP workshop upon graduation and are paid a competitive salary throughout the program
The unique program combines instructor-led sessions, e-learning, and on the job training and was developed in collaboration with INNOVAM, the biggest education center for the mobility industry in the Netherlands. Trainees will gain invaluable practical experience working on real trailers, guided by experienced mentors. This comprehensive approach ensures that participants develop the essential skills in trailer maintenance, diagnostics, repair, and safety. Examination and certification is carried out by independent and qualified organisations, in order to ensure the highest standards of credibility and objectivity in the assessment process.
“When I saw the TIP TMA being advertised, I knew I had to jump at the chance, and I’m so pleased that I did. The course was brilliant, the tutors were great, and made the learning experience enjoyable, and best of all, we have a career waiting for us at the end of it. If anyone is thinking about signing up for the TMA, my only advice would be to go for it!” said Emma, newly qualified TIP trailer mechanic.
Who can apply?
Anyone who is passionate about pursuing a career as a mechanic in the transportation industry is welcome to apply to the TIP Mechanic Academy. You will need to take classes in person as well as online and be motivated to learn and work in a hands-on environment. It’s the ideal opportunity for both young and old to set themselves up for a successful career!
"The first year of the TIP Mechanic Academy has been a remarkable success. Graduates from each participating country are now working proficiently in our workshops, validating our innovative training approach. This program not only equips participants with the necessary skills but also seamlessly integrates them into the workforce. The TIP Mechanic Academy continues to offer an outstanding opportunity for individuals passionate about entering this in-demand field, ensuring a steady stream of skilled mechanics to meet industry needs," said Hiske Damhuis, Chief Human Resource Officer.
We are committed to fostering talent and providing ongoing career development opportunities. Graduates of the TIP Mechanic Academy can participate in our annual global Mechanic Team Competition. With opportunities for internal progression, they can advance to roles such as workshop supervisors or managers. Along with a competitive salary and benefits package, this program is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about a career in the transportation industry.
Join the TIP Mechanic Academy!
Would you like to apply to the TIP Mechanic Academy? Admissions are now open, click on the links below!
TIP proudly holds the title of a certified Great Place to Work, a prestigious recognition earned from employee surveys conducted across all nine participating countries. This accolade underscores our relentless commitment to building a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you are driven to advance your career with a company that genuinely values its team, we urge you to join us. Explore our current opportunities on our career page at: https://www.tip-group.com/en/careers.
