Apprentice Fitter & Machinist

GPC Asia Pacific; Australia; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion, an Australian engineering solutions provider, is offering a full-time apprenticeship in heavy industry. You will learn on the job while completing your trades qualification with full support through your studies.

You will work alongside tradespeople, engineers and sales staff across a diversified business, with exposure to repair and testing equipment and opportunities for career growth. OT is available.

Qualifications

• Desire to learn and understand mechanical systems.
• Clear communication skills and quality focus.
• Enthusiastic attitude and willingness to learn on the job.

Responsibilities

• Full-time permanent apprenticeship in heavy industry.
• Exposure to repair and testing equipment on site.
• Learn from tradespeople, engineers and sales staff.
• On the job training provided for repair and testing equipment.
• OT hours available as per business requirements.
• 38-hour week from 8:00 to 16:30 with monthly RDO.

Skills

Desire to learn

Mechanical systems understanding

Clear communication

Education

Trades qualification in progress

Job description

Motion is an Australian based engineering solutions provider that focuses on products and services for the mining, manufacturing and construction industry. The group consists of highly specialised business units in the fields of fluid power, electro-hydraulic engineering and design, undercarriages and specialised maintenance and project services.

Motion Engineering and Services (Hydraquip) also acts as a full-service provider to facilitate maintenance, refurbishment, repairs and overhauls throughout the entire life cycle of industry equipment and machinery.

This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work and have a strong desire to become fully qualified in this field. You will be provided on the job training while completing your trades qualification will full support throughout your studies.

The Role:

• Full time permanent opportunity
• Apprenticeship placement with exposure to heavy industry
• Supporting major local industry
• Working with a diversified group of tradespeople, engineers, and salespeople
• Diversified business with career growth opportunities
• Learn from experienced professionals
• 38-hour week - 8am to 4:30pm each day with monthly RDO
• OT hours are available as per business requirements
• On the job training is provided for repair and testing equipment

To be successful in this role you need:

• Desire to learn and understand mechanical systems
• Enthusiastic attitude
• Valid driver’s license desirable
• Understanding the importance of accuracy and quality
• Clear communication skills

Why us?

Motion operates throughout Australia, New Zealand, and South East Asia. Motion offers employees excellent opportunities for personal and professional growth through training and recognition of performance.

With 1700 staff members in Australia we focus on continuous improvement and sustainable growth as our two main objectives. This is driven by our long-term investment in people, systems, process, and new growth opportunities for our people.

MOTION is an equal opportunity employer

You must be either an Australian Citizen or a holder of an Australian Permanent Residency Visa to be eligible to apply for this position.

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