Apprentice Fitter Machinist Bethania

LaserBond; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award pay

RTO training costs covered by LaserBON

Work uniforms provided

Overtime opportunities

Employee share scheme

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to grow in advancedSurface

Job summary

Laserbond Limited invites applicants to join a four-year apprenticeship to become a fitter and machinist, culminating in a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade. The role blends practical workshop training with formal TAFE studies, covering CNC and manual machining, fitting, drawing interpretation, and safety compliance.

You’ll start at Bethania, with relocation to our new Yatala facility planned for 2027, and opportunities to grow within Laserbond’s advanced surface engineering

Qualifications

• Four-year apprenticeship leading to Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade.
• Practical workplace training plus formal TAFE studies.
• Learning manual and CNC machining, fitting, drawing reading, safety and quality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Train and work across workshop activities learning machining and fitting tasks.
• Develop skills through hands-on projects and formal studies.
• Adhere to safety procedures and quality standards in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Skills

Manual machining

CNC machining

Fitting and mechanical processes

Reading engineering drawings

Workshop safety procedures

Specialised engineering processes

Education

Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade

Tools

Machine tooling

Job description

Laserbond Limited | Bethania, QLD (relocating to Yatala in 2027)

Apprentice Fitter & Machinist

Build Your Future in Engineering with Laserbond

An Exciting Future Ahead

Our Queensland operations are planned to relocate from Bethania to a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility in Yatala in the second quarter of 2027. The successful applicant will initially work at Bethania and transition to Yatala when the move takes place.

Laserbond Limited | Bethania, QLD (relocating to Yatala in 2027)

Why Join LaserBond?

• Above-award rates of pay
• RTO training costs covered by LaserBond
• Work uniforms provided
• Overtime opportunities, where available
• Employee share scheme
• Supportive team environment and long-term career opportunities
• The opportunity to be part of our growing advanced surface engineering business

About the Apprenticeship

This four-year apprenticeship leads to a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade, combining practical workplace training with formal TAFE studies.

You will develop skills in:

• Manual and CNC machining
• Fitting and mechanical processes
• Reading engineering drawings and technical information
• Workshop safety and quality procedures
• LaserBond's specialised engineering processes

About You

You will have:

• A genuine interest in engineering, metals and machinery
• Good mechanical aptitude and mathematical skills
• A willingness to learn and take direction
• A strong commitment to safety and developing your skills
• A reliable, positive attitude and ability to work in a team
• The ability to work at Bethania initially and transition to Yatala following the planned relocation

Previous workshop experience is an advantage but not essential. Completion of a Certificate II in Engineering at school would also be an advantage, particularly for school leavers looking to build on their existing knowledge and skills.