1st Year Engineering- Fabrication Apprentice

My Gateway; Sydney; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym with ice bath and sauna

Relaxed environment

Career progression

Job summary

My Gateway in Sydney offers a 1st Year Engineering - Fabrication Apprentice role where you’ll learn to cut, fold and weld sheetmetal to create ductwork for hospitality venues. The program combines hands-on training with paid studies toward a Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade (Sheetmetal Working).

You’ll work on-site in Ingleburn with experienced tradespeople, gain practical skills in welding, reading drawings, and assembly, and have clear pathways to advanced roles as you

Qualifications

• Pursue an apprenticeship with paid study towards a nationally recognised Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade (Sheetmetal Working).
• Learn hands-on fabrication, welding, assembly and measurement under supervision.
• Join a team that supports growth, wellbeing and career progression.

Responsibilities

• Cutting, folding, and shaping sheet metal to create ductwork, frames, and custom parts
• Using modern workshop machinery and hand tools under supervision
• Reading technical drawings and measuring materials for precise fabrication
• Installing the products you’ve built on-site at commercial and industrial projects
• Maintaining workshop cleanliness and following all safety procedures
• Assisting tradespeople with larger projects and site installations
• Learning welding, joining, and assembly techniques

Skills

Sheet metal fabrication

Reading technical drawings

Welding basics

Measuring & cutting

On-site installation

Safety procedures

Education

Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade (Sheetmetal Working)

Tools

Workshop machinery

Job description

1st Year Engineering- Fabrication Apprentice

Shape the future of Sydney’s hospitality spaces with METAL!

Ever wondered how the custom stainless steel hoods and ductwork in restaurants, hotels, and clubs are made? Want to learn how to cut, fold, and weld sheetmetal into high-performance ventilation systems installed in iconic venues like Harbord Diggers, Mona Vale Hotel, and Husk & Vine in Parramatta.

• Fixed-located in Ingleburn, this means less travel!
• PAID to study a Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade (Sheetmetal Working)
• High $$ potential once qualified with opportunities to specialise

Shape the Future of Sydney’s Hospitality Spaces With METAL!

Ever wondered how the sleek stainless steel hoods and ductwork in restaurants, hotels, and clubs are made? Want to learn how to cut, fold, and weld sheetmetal into high-performance ventilation systems installed in iconic venues like Harbord Diggers, Mona Vale Hotel, and Husk & Vine in Parramatta?

About the Host Employer:

Our Host is known for crafting custom stainless steel solutions for some of Sydney’s most iconic hospitality venues. Apprentices here don’t just learn a trade, they become part of a team that values growth, wellbeing, and having fun along the way.

• On-site gym with ice bath and sauna: perfect for fitness lovers who want to train before or after work
• Relaxed, supportive environment where you’re treated like part of the team from day one.
• Career progression is a priority, learn from experienced tradespeople and grow into a high-paying, specialised role.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Cutting, folding, and shaping sheet metal to create ductwork, frames, and custom parts
• Using modern workshop machinery and hand tools under supervision
• Reading technical drawings and measuring materials for precise fabrication
• Installing the products you’ve built on-site at commercial and industrial projects
• Maintaining workshop cleanliness and following all safety procedures
• Assisting tradespeople with larger projects and site installations
• Learning welding, joining, and assembly techniques

What You’ll Need:

• A drive to learn and complete an apprenticeship
• Genuine interest in metal work and career progression post-apprenticeship
• Own transport preferred (P plates are fine)
• The ability to work in a close-knit team

Why Choose My Gateway?

• Earn While You Learn: Paid apprenticeship with no student fees.
• High Earning Potential: Sheetmetal skills open doors to well-paid roles.
• Career Growth: Upskill in welding, CNC, supervision, or even start your own business.
• Hands-On Work: See your creations installed in buildings and commercial projects.

If you’re ready to start a career where precision, problem-solving, and hands-on craftsmanship come together, this apprenticeship is for you.