Apprentice Boilermaker

Programmed; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Programmed is hiring a 1st year Apprentice Boilermaker in the NSW Hunter region (Tomago / Newcastle). You will learn to cut, shape, assemble and weld steel while working with skilled tradespeople and attending TAFE for hands-on training.

Over four years you will gain hands-on experience and have the opportunity to progress into leadership roles such as Site Supervisor or Operations Manager within the Programmed family.

Qualifications

• Motivation to succeed and willingness to learn.
• Values teamwork and safety.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow directions.
• Good listening skills to understand requirements.
• Commitment to building a long term career.

Responsibilities

• Learn to cut, shape, assemble and weld steel under supervision.
• Work closely with qualified tradespeople, Supervisors and other Apprentices.
• Attend TAFE for hands-on training and coursework.
• Complete a four-year apprenticeship toward Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade.

Education

Year 10 completed

Pre-apprenticeship course (advantageous)

Job description

At Programmed we are passionate about sourcing great local talent and providing our people with opportunities for growth and development. We have a long and proud history of employing apprentices in our business with many of our leaders having started their careers undertaking an Apprenticeship.

Who are we

Programmed Industrial Maintenance is a leading provider of industrial maintenance solutions to the mining, oil & gas, manufacturing, utilities and infrastructure industries, leveraging scale to deliver localised services efficiently. Working with Programmed Industrial Maintenance means you will become part of the Programmed family: a company that encourages career development, supports flexibility and cares about your personal wellbeing and safety.

The Role

Due to continued growth, we are looking for hardworking and enthusiastic individuals to join our NSW (Hunter Industrial Region) team as a 1st year Apprentice Boilermaker, based in Tomago / Newcastle. Working closely with qualified and experienced tradespeople, Supervisors and even other Apprentices you will gain valuable skills & knowledge to ultimately secure your trade qualification (Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade).

As an Apprentice Boilermaker you will learn how to cut, shape, assemble and weld steel and use and maintain a wide range of machinery, and will have exposure working in a workshop environment as well as various client sites. Your week will incorporate learning the trade at Tafe where you will and receiving hands-on, on-the-job training. We will invest in you over the four year apprenticeship so you can continue your career with us, with potential to move into Leadership roles such as a Site Supervisor or Operations Manager in the future. An apprenticeship can open up a world of possibilities.

Skills and Experience

• Motivation to succeed and a willingness to learn;
• Values team work and has a positive attitude to working in a safe and productive manner;
• Ability to follow direction with excellent attention to detail;
• The ability to listen and understand customer and company requirements;
• Commitment to building a long term career;
• Completion of Year 10 or equivalent;
• A current Drivers License is preferred, but not essential; and
• Completion of a relevant pre-apprenticeship course is advantageous, but not essential.

This is an outstanding opportunity to begin your career with an industry leader. It is the ideal role for someone who has a genuine desire to pursue a career in the Industrial Maintenance industry.

A January 2027 commencement is anticipated.

Who are we?

Programmed Industrial Maintenance is a leading provider of industrial maintenance solutions to the mining, oil & gas, manufacturing, utilities and infrastructure industries, leveraging scale to deliver localised services efficiently. Working with Programmed Industrial Maintenance means you will become part of the Programmed family: a company that encourages career development, supports flexibility and cares about your personal wellbeing and safety.

Programmed supports a workplace culture of zero harm and encourages this in all that we do.

Programmed strives for diversity, inclusion and equality of our people. We seek a workforce that is representative of the communities we work in. We encourage people of all cultures, gender, age, sexual orientation or abilities to apply.

At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.