Apprentice Fitter Machinist: CNC & Manual Machining

NGARE EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS PTY LTD; Sydney; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earn while you learn

Hands-on training

Mentorship by tradespeople

Local Prestons work

Australian employer with global reach

Supportive team

Job summary

NEPEAN Engineering in Prestons, NSW, invites school leavers to apply for the 2027 Apprentice Fitter Machinist intake. You’ll gain hands-on experience with manual and CNC machining, while earning a trade qualification over up to four years.

You’ll learn to set up lathes and mills, interpret drawings, and perform fitting duties under experienced mentors. This is a strong path into precision engineering and advanced manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Completion of Year 12 is required; school-based engineering or metalwork experience is valued.
• Willingness to learn both manual and CNC machining with safety focus.
• Interest in precision engineering and advanced manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Learn to set up and operate manual lathes and milling machines.
• Develop CNC machining skills and interpret engineering drawings.
• Inspect components and ensure tolerances are met with proper tooling.
• Perform mechanical fitting tasks including assembling and maintaining equipment.

Skills

Read engineering drawings

Manual lathe operation

CNC machining basics

Measuring & inspection

Machining tool selection

Mechanical fitting tasks

Safety practices

Education

Year 12 completed

Tools

Manual lathes

Milling machines

Grinders

CNC equipment

Job description

NEPEAN Engineering in Prestons, NSW, invites school leavers to apply for the 2027 Apprentice Fitter Machinist intake. You’ll gain hands-on experience with manual and CNC machining, while earning a trade qualification over up to four years.

You’ll learn to set up lathes and mills, interpret drawings, and perform fitting duties under experienced mentors. This is a strong path into precision engineering and advanced manufacturing.