Apprentice Fitter Machinist: Hands-On CNC & Precision

Haynes People; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth

Apprenticeship position

Employee benefits

Income protection insurance

Job summary

Austchrome, part of Sime Darby Industrial Group, is offering an Apprentice Fitter Machinist position based in Mackay. You’ll work with qualified tradespeople while completing Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade, gaining hands-on experience in CNC machining, mechanical fitting, assembly, and conventional lathes.

The program emphasizes safety, a competency-based learning path, and long-term career development within an established engineering and reclamation specialist.

Qualifications

• Interest in engineering, manufacturing or mechanical trades.
• Willingness to complete an apprenticeship.
• Enjoy practical, hands-on work.
• Strong willingness to learn and take direction.
• Team player with a positive attitude and good work ethic.
• Commitment to safety in all tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support CNC machining, mechanical fitting and assembly tasks.
• Assist with conventional lathes and milling machines.
• Learn precision measuring and workshop practices.
• Follow safety protocols and quality standards.

Skills

Hands-on learning

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Willingness to learn

Mechanical interest

Education

School-based engineering pathway

Vocational qualification

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Austchrome, part of Sime Darby Industrial Group, is offering an Apprentice Fitter Machinist position based in Mackay. You’ll work with qualified tradespeople while completing Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade, gaining hands-on experience in CNC machining, mechanical fitting, assembly, and conventional lathes.

The program emphasizes safety, a competency-based learning path, and long-term career development within an established engineering and reclamation specialist.