Apprentice Boilermaker Welders — Earn While You Learn

Programmed Maintenance Services; Muswellbrook; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Supportive team environment

Earn while you learn

Job summary

Programmed Maintenance Services in Muswellbrook, NSW, is seeking 1st or 2nd year Apprentice Boilermaker to join our team in the Hunter Valley. You will train in our Muswellbrook workshop, with hours Monday to Friday 06:00–14:30, gaining hands‑on experience and progressing towards a Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering Trade.

You will work closely with qualified tradespeople, learn safe tool use, and attend TAFE for trade study.

Qualifications

• Motivation to succeed and a willingness to learn.
• Values teamwork 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 Driver's License is preferred, but not essential; and
• Completion of a relevant pre‑apprenticeship course is advantageous, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Learn the safe use of tools and equipment to assemble metal parts.
• Gain skills to fabricate, maintain and repair mechanical plant and production machines.
• Work in a workshop and on client sites as the apprenticeship progresses.
• Receive hands‑on, on‑the‑job training while studying at TAFE.

Skills

Motivation to succeed

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Listening to requirements

Long-term career

Education

Year 10 or equivalent

Job description

2027 Apprentice intake - Boilermaker Welders

Programmed Maintenance Services – Muswellbrook NSW

We are looking for 1st or 2nd year Apprentice Boilermaker to join our existing team in the Hunter Valley. The hours will be Monday to Friday 06:00 to 14:30 in the Muswellbrook workshop.

• Be part of an established brand with real career progression opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Earn while you learn!

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 in the who are based in Muswellbrook. 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 Mechanical Engineering Trade).

As an Apprentice Boilermaker you will learn the safe use of tools and equipment (including hand and power tools and plant machinery) to assemble metal parts to fabricate, maintain and repair mechanical plant, production machines and other equipment. You will have exposure working in a workshop environment as well as various client sites as your apprenticeship progresses. Your week will incorporate learning the trade at Tafe 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 unlock a world of possibilities.

Skills and Experience

• Motivation to succeed and a willingness to learn
• Values teamwork 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 Driver's 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.

Employee Benefits

• Great weekly wages
• Provide uniforms, footwear and personal protective equipment
• Long term career potential and training
• Paid parental leave and great discounts with selected retailers
• An Employee Assistance Program, which incorporates a tailored wellbeing initiative

If you are looking for your next opportunity in the Hunter Valley Mining & Energy sector, we want to hear from you.

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.

Work for a professional team with years of industry experience that is committed to your safety. Great careers start with us!!!

Who we are

As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.

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.

So it's over to you, if this opportunity is right for you apply today!

To learn more about Programmed, we encourage you to visit our website.

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