Apprentice Heavy Diesel Engine Reconditioner

Curtin Engine Reconditioning; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Curtin Engine Reconditioning in the Mackay region is seeking an Apprentice Heavy Diesel Engine Reconditioner to learn by doing in our workshop. If you enjoy hands-on work, are curious and reliable, this is your entry to a niche trade.

You’ll learn to inspect, machine and recondition engine components and gain real CNC experience. The program leads to a Certificate III in Automotive Engine Reconditioning, building practical skills for a rewarding career in heavy diesel engines.

Qualifications

• Must be eager to learn and take initiative.
• Attention to detail and a practical approach to work.
• Reliable and committed to completing the apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Learn to inspect and recondition engine components.
• Gain hands-on experience with CNC machines.
• Complete Certificate III in Automotive Engine Reconditioning during the apprenticeship.

Skills

Positive attitude

Initiative

Attention to detail

Reliability

Education

Certificate III in Automotive Engine Reconditioning

Tools

CNC machines

Job description

Apprentice Heavy Diesel Engine Reconditioner

Apprentice Engine Reconditioner — Join the Curtins team

Enjoy working with your hands, figuring out how things work and getting stuck into something different? Turn that interest into a specialised trade!

We’re looking for an enthusiastic go-getter with an eye for detailwho’s ready to learn, take initiative and become part of our workshop team.

At Curtins, you’ll learn how to inspect, machine and recondition engine components, gaining hands‑on experience with modern CNC machines. With a variety of engines, components and challenges coming through the workshop, every day is different!

Throughout your apprenticeship, you’ll work towards a Certificate III in Automotive Engine Reconditioning — a great opportunity to build valuable skills in a niche industry.

What we’re looking for:

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Initiative and a practical approach to solving problems
• Attention to detail and pride in your work
• Reliability and a commitment to completing your apprenticeship

Sound like you? We’d love to hear from you!