2027 Engineering Apprenticeships | Lithgow, NSW

Skillset; Lithgow City Council; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid on-the-job training

9-day fortnight

Career development

Exposure to advanced equipment

Job summary

Thales, partnered with Skillset, offers a 4-year Engineering Apprenticeship in Lithgow, NSW, commencing January 2027. You'll train as an engineer, completing a Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade while gaining hands-on experience in precision machining, CNC work, toolmaking and machinery maintenance at a world-class site.

You'll learn from experienced tradespeople, be paid as you learn, and join a global company that supports career development and safety training throughout the

Qualifications

• Strong mathematical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and safety awareness.
• Sound computer literacy skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in engineering.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machinery and equipment
• Assist with CNC programming tasks
• Manufacture components using lathes and mills
• Maintain tools, equipment and machinery
• Inspect finished products for quality and accuracy

Skills

Mathematics

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Computer literacy

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade

Job description

2027 Engineering Apprenticeships | Lithgow, NSW

Skillset is proud to partner with Thales, a globally recognised technology and manufacturing organisation with a strong presence in Australia. Operating across a range of specialised industries, Thales is known for innovation, precision engineering and investing in the development of future tradespeople.

About the Role

Commence a 4-year Engineering Apprenticeship based in Lithgow, NSW, while completing a Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade. Working alongside experienced tradespeople, you'll gain exposure to precision machining, CNC programming, toolmaking and machinery maintenance within a world-class manufacturing environment. Apprenticeships are scheduled to commence in January 2027.

Duties

• Operate CNC machinery and equipment
• Assist with CNC programming tasks
• Manufacture components using lathes and mills
• Maintain tools, equipment and machinery
• Inspect finished products for quality and accuracy

Skills and Experience

• Strong mathematical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and safety awareness
• Sound computer literacy skills
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in engineering
• Eligible to obtain a NSW Firearms Licence, Security Licence and National Police Check

Culture

People enjoy working at Thales because of the supportive team environment, strong safety culture and commitment to quality training. As a global organisation with diverse specialist teams, you'll be supported to learn, develop and build a long-term career.

• Complete a Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade
• Earn while you learn with paid on-the-job training
• Work with unique machinery and advanced equipment
• Enjoy a 9-day fortnight with an RDO every second Friday
• Career development opportunities with a global company