TasTAFE and the Tasmanian Automotive Chamber of Commerce (TACC) will deliver a $2.35 million purpose-built automotive training centre in Cambridge, northeast of Hobart.
The centre will provide a modern, industry-aligned training environment, equipping learners with the skills and opportunities to build successful careers.
Commitment to innovation
TasTAFE Interim CEO, Will McShane, said the partnership reflects a commitment to innovation and industry collaboration.
“Today’s announcement represents a positive step forward for TasTAFE’s automotive training in Tasmania. It reflects a commitment to innovation, and industry collaboration, ensuring we equip our learners with the best possible skills and opportunities to build successful careers,” he said.
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Industry in mind
TACC CEO Peter Jones said the new training centre has been designed in collaboration with industry to meet the needs of employers and learners.
“Apprentices need certainty, employers need confidence, and Tasmania needs skilled technicians to keep the state moving. Securing Cherokee Drive is a major step forward, and a strong outcome for industry and training in the south of the state,” he said.
“Automotive is not just another sector, it is essential to Tasmania’s economy. Nothing moves without skilled automotive technicians, and this facility will keep the skills pipeline alive.”
State-of-the-art facilities
The training centre will feature an industry-standard automotive workshop, flexible classrooms, all-gender amenities, dedicated office spaces, and storage. The facility will be equipped with seven hoists, including a four-post hoist for wheel alignment, tyre fitting and balancing areas, and a layout that mirrors professional service centres.
Courses and programs
The centre is expected to welcome learners studying Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology in Semester 1 of 2026.
Additional vocational education and training courses will be offered from the Automotive Training Centre at Cambridge during 2026, including motorcycle, mobile plant machinery, heavy vehicle, outdoor power equipment, automotive electrical, and electric and hybrid vehicle technology.