Apprentice Locksmith

Hunter Wide Locksmiths; Maitland City Council; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Wide Locksmiths in Maitland area is seeking a keen and reliable Apprentice Locksmith to join our growing team. This hands-on role will teach you all aspects of the locksmith trade while working alongside experienced locksmiths, developing practical skills and customer service experience for a range of jobs.

You’ll learn installation, repair and servicing of locks, key cutting and rekeying, and both residential and commercial locksmithing.

Qualifications

• Reliable, punctual and well presented.
• Genuine interest in learning a skilled trade.
• Practical with hands-on focus and good problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation, repair and servicing of locks and security hardware.
• Assist with key cutting and key duplication.
• Support rekeying and master key system work.
• Contribute to residential and commercial locksmithing projects.
• Provide professional and friendly customer service.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Team player

Customer service

Manual dexterity

Willing to learn

Tools

Locksmithing tools

Job description

We are seeking a keen and reliable Apprentice Locksmith to join our growing team.

This is a hands‑on role where you will learn all aspects of the locksmithing trade while working alongside experienced locksmiths. You will have the opportunity to develop practical skills, work with a variety of tools and equipment, and gain experience dealing with customers and different types of locksmithing jobs.

What you’ll learn

• Installation, repair and servicing of locks and security hardware
• Key cutting and key duplication
• Rekeying and master key systems
• Residential and commercial locksmithing

• Lockouts and entry work
• Door hardware and security products
• Using locksmithing tools and equipment
• Diagnosing and solving a range of locksmithing problems
• Providing professional and friendly customer service
• General workshop and vehicle organisation

About you

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is reliable, punctual and well presented
• Has a genuine interest in learning a skilled trade
• Is practical and enjoys working with their hands
• Has good problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Can follow instructions and work well as part of a team
• Is comfortable working in different locations and environments
• Has good communication and customer service skills
• Takes pride in their work and is willing to learn

Previous experience is not essential. A positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn are more important to us.

What we offer

• Full‑time apprenticeship with hands‑on training
• Learn from experienced locksmiths
• Variety of work — no two days are exactly the same
• Opportunity to develop a long‑term career in the locksmithing and security industry
• Supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and development

If you’re looking for an opportunity to start a career in a practical, specialised trade and are ready to learn, we’d love to hear from you.