Apprentice Fitter - Farm-Owned Dairy, Training & Growth

Norco Co-Operative Limited; Raleigh; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Norco is Australia's oldest and largest dairy co-operative with 130 years of hands-on experience. Norco seeks an Apprentice Fitter for our Raleigh milk manufacturing factory.

You will perform maintenance and repairs on plant equipment with a strong emphasis on preventative maintenance while receiving ongoing on‑the‑job learning to become a qualified fitter. We welcome new entrants and 2nd, 3rd or 4th year apprentices eager to diversify their experience.

Qualifications

• Interest in mechanical maintenance and a desire to pursue a fitter career in an industrial environment.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn from experienced tradespeople.
• Previous mechanical, engineering or trade-related training or experience is desirable but not essential.
• Mechanical aptitude, problem‑solving ability and attention to detail.
• Commitment to classroom and on‑the‑job training requirements.
• Strong ongoing commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Good written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• A current Class C driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs to plant equipment.
• Assist with preventative maintenance and routine servicing.
• Support with plant commissioning and downtime recovery.
• Participate in on‑the‑job training to become a qualified fitter.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Driver's licence

Education

High school completion

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Norco is Australia's oldest and largest dairy co-operative with 130 years of hands-on experience. Norco seeks an Apprentice Fitter for our Raleigh milk manufacturing factory.

You will perform maintenance and repairs on plant equipment with a strong emphasis on preventative maintenance while receiving ongoing on‑the‑job learning to become a qualified fitter. We welcome new entrants and 2nd, 3rd or 4th year apprentices eager to diversify their experience.