Apprentice Fitter & Turner — Paid TAFE Training

Wilmar Sugar Australia Limited; Burdekin Shire; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Trade training fees covered

Full toolkit provided

Additional leave and superannuation

Exclusive partner discounts

Job summary

Wilmar Sugar Australia Limited in the Burdekin region invites applications for an Apprentice Fitter & Turner starting February 2027. This four-year program leads to a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (Fitting and Turning) with on-the-job training and formal sessions through a Registered Training Organisation such as TAFE.

You will learn maintenance, repair and operation of mechanical plant in a sugar manufacturing setting, under guidance of experienced tradespeople, building

Qualifications

• Minimum sound achievement in Mathematics and English.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Willingness to learn, follow instructions and develop practical trade skills.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Commitment to workplace safety and good housekeeping practices.
• Ability to travel to and from work and attend off-site vocational training.

Responsibilities

• Learn to manufacture and repair engineering components using workshop machinery, including lathes, milling machines and drills.
• Assist with the installation, maintenance and repair of plant and equipment.
• Develop troubleshooting, fault finding and response to equipment breakdowns.
• Participate in preventative maintenance programs.
• Complete work orders, timesheets and other documentation.
• Work collaboratively with tradespeople and other team members while following safe work practices.

Skills

Math & English

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Job description

Wilmar Sugar Australia Limited in the Burdekin region invites applications for an Apprentice Fitter & Turner starting February 2027. This four-year program leads to a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (Fitting and Turning) with on-the-job training and formal sessions through a Registered Training Organisation such as TAFE.

You will learn maintenance, repair and operation of mechanical plant in a sugar manufacturing setting, under guidance of experienced tradespeople, building