Yes I understand, but you are from QLD and in QLD there are legit people. In NSW and Melbourne there are some dodgy (not proper in their conduct) tradespeople and businessmen.Dont want to turn this into an argument but just wanted to people 2 be weary that in metro sydney especially,you have to be a little mindful.
I agree with you about "not necessarily" but to say that apprentices do not get paid much has little to do with whether the company does a good job or not.
Bigger companies or franchises have safety standards and procedures. Typically, your dodgy local mechanic mr john greenspoon uses aftermarket products and probably does not know as much because he only fixes a small number of cars/makes.
In NSW and VIC some of the suburban mechanics lack the proper knowledge because they do not have enough
experience, there is too much competition.
QLD businesses work in a smaller state with less competition. Thus they are more trustworthy when it comes to these things.