Apprentice Mechanical Fitter – Hands-on Trade Training

SDA Saputo Dairy Australia; Cobram; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Saputo Dairy Australia is offering a 4-year, full-time Mechanical Fitter Apprentice position in Cobram, Victoria. You'll gain hands-on experience across a large manufacturing facility while working toward a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade.

Join a team of experienced tradespeople to learn preventative and breakdown maintenance, fitting, welding, and servicing of industrial equipment. A strong safety mindset and team spirit are essential.

Qualifications

• Aptitude for technical and mechanical work with a relevant qualification.
• Practical trade skills or a pre-apprenticeship is desirable.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety and ability to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Support proactive, preventative and reactive maintenance across plant and production equipment.
• Develop practical skills in mechanical fitting and machining, including the use of lathes and mills.
• Assist with small plant and machinery upgrades.
• Build welding and fabrication skills, including TIG welding of stainless steel.
• Dismantle, service and assemble a diverse range of mechanical equipment.
• Complete training to achieve the Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade.

Skills

Trade skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Computer skills

Education

Higher School Certificate / relevant qualification

Job description

Saputo Dairy Australia is offering a 4-year, full-time Mechanical Fitter Apprentice position in Cobram, Victoria. You'll gain hands-on experience across a large manufacturing facility while working toward a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade.

Join a team of experienced tradespeople to learn preventative and breakdown maintenance, fitting, welding, and servicing of industrial equipment. A strong safety mindset and team spirit are essential.