Lachlan Wright

Heavy Vehicle Technology

• Region Brisbane
• WorldSkills Accolade 2025 National Silver Medal
• Employer Volvo Commercial Vehicle
• Training Institute TAFE Queensland SkillsTech
• Local Trainer / Mentor James Hall
• International Expert Raman Badekar - Raman Badekar Training and Development Solutions

“Promoting skills excellence inspires young people to stive for excellence whilst also opening their eyes to what possible with in the trades.”

Lachlan Wright, a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Apprentice, first discovered his trade when he participated in TAFE Queensland’s ‘Try A Trade’ program in high school. “I chose to pursue Heavy Vehicle Mechanics because of the variety and different challenges faced on a day-to-day basis.”

The WorldSkills Heavy Vehicle Mechanics competition is not for the faint-hearted. Competitors are assessed on their ability to diagnose, repair and maintain heavy vehicles, ensuring they adhere to industry standards. Lachlan took out Gold at Regionals, but the experience was not without its challenges.

“It was learning the skills required for the variety of tasks and equipment we’re required to work on during the competition. To overcome this, I spent a lot of time working with experienced technicians, helping me to build processes to work through tasks and allowing an opportunity to asking questions helping to clarify uncertainty.” It certainly paid off, with Lachlan taking out the Silver Medal at the 2025 National Championships, a feat he describes as his “proudest moment so far”.  

For Lachlan, the entire WorldSkills experience has been enlightening. “It’s taught me to say yes to whatever opportunities arise because you never know where they might lead you.” but his workplace has also played a major role in his development.

“I’ve learnt that you must be flexible and able to adapt, you never know what might happen or what you’ll be doing next. I’ve also learnt that being organised and prepared helps greatly in succeeding with the tasks at hand.”

When it comes to support, Lachlan has many people to thank. “My parents, TAFE QLD teachers, my employer, and tradesmen, James Hall, Jesse Osborne and Warren Zischke. Their knowledge and eagerness to help educate the next generation of tradespeople is inspirational.”

Lachlan’s future goals are straightforward and inspiring. “Beyond the competition, I want to continue to grow and improve as a mechanic, while also studying further as an Auto Electrician. I’d also like to help educate and encourage more young people to enter trades.”

Three words that describe you – Passionate, Hard working, Eager

Heavy Vehicle Technology Team

Expert: Raman Badekar – Raman Badekar Training and Development Solutions