Apprentice Fitter & Machinist

Motion Apac; Launceston; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion is an Australian-based engineering solutions provider offering apprenticeship placements in heavy industry. This full-time opportunity supports training toward a trades qualification with on-the-job learning and study support.

You will work alongside experienced tradespeople, engineers and sales staff, with 38-hour weeks, potential overtime, and a path for career growth within a diversified group. An encouraging environment and structured training await you.

Qualifications

• Desire to learn and understand mechanical systems.
• Enthusiastic attitude.
• Clear communication skills.
• Valid driver's license desirable.
• Attention to accuracy and quality.

Responsibilities

• On-the-job training for repair and testing equipment.
• Support major local industry with hands-on tasks.
• Work with tradespeople, engineers and sales staff.
• Full-time apprenticeship placement with progression opportunities.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Enthusiastic attitude

Clear communication

Valid driver's license

Attention to quality

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.

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.