Apprentice Fitter

Boral Limited; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time

Competitive hourly rate

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Boral Limited in Queensland seeks an Apprentice Diesel Fitter / Mechanic to service and repair heavy asphalt plant equipment. Training will be on-the-job under industry specialists, with travel as needed and no prior experience required. A clear career pathway is provided.

You will join a team focused on safety, quality and continuous improvement, learning from skilled technicians while contributing to plant reliability and performance.

Qualifications

• No previous experience is required.
• Willingness to travel for work.
• Commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the maintenance and repair of mobile and fixed Asphalt plant equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Carry out field-based maintenance using a fully equipped mobile service vehicle.
• Follow and promote safe work practices and contribute to a strong safety culture.
• Work closely with other Fitters / Mechanics to identify and address maintenance, safety and production issues.
• Support the Asset Management team in improving plant reliability and performance.
• Ensure Boral policies, standards and operational procedures are followed at all times.
• Complete routine plant inspections and maintenance checklists.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop and work environment.
• Participate in site safety meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste and lower costs.
• Maintain a strong focus on quality, environmental responsibility and professional work standards.

Job description

Your next opportunity:

Are you ready for a challenge? Are you looking to work for one of Australia’s historical brands? The Boral Asphaltteam is embarking on an exciting journey and is seeking a responsible and organised individual to join the team as an Apprentice Diesel Fitter / Mechanic.

Reporting to theMaintenanceSupervisor, you will be interested in undertaking a career inservicing and repairing a range of heavy Asphaltpaving equipment, you'll also get an in depth look atasphalt plant maintenance and in completing aDiesel Fitter / Mechanicapprenticeship under the guidance of industry specialists.

No previous experience is required. If you have the right attitude and a willingness to learn, ability to travel for work,we'll provide on-the-job training, apprenticeship opportunities and a clear career pathway.

Your day will involve:

• Assist with the maintenance and repair of mobile and fixed Asphalt plant equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Carry out field-based maintenance using a fully equipped mobile service vehicle.
• Follow and promote safe work practices and contribute to a strong safety culture.
• Work closely with other Fitters / Mechanicsto identify and address maintenance, safety and production issues.
• Support the Asset Management team in improving plant reliability and performance.
• Ensure Boral policies, standards and operational procedures are followed at all times.
• Complete routine plant inspections and maintenance checklists.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop and work environment.
• Participate in site safety meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste and lower costs.
• Maintain a strong focus on quality, environmental responsibility and professional work standards.

What are we looking for?

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Motivation, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn new skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A quality-focused mindset and a desire for continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Willingness and ability to travel
• A current driver's licence and reliable transport.

The following would be advantageous:

• Pre-vocational training.
• School-based trade training.
• Any other relevant trade, mechanical or technical training.

What’s on offer?

• Employment stability - permanent full-time opportunity
• Competitive hourly rate
• Opportunity to work in a highly successful team in a busy market
• Genuine career development opportunities
• Organisation dedicated to health, safety and the environment