Apprentice Mechanical Fitter - Tronox Chandala

New Economy Minerals Jobs; Muchea; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tronox Chandala in Muchea, WA is offering an Apprenticeship as a Mechanical Fitter. You’ll work toward Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade MEM30219 while gaining hands-on experience in a large-scale operation.

You'll learn from experienced tradespeople, develop fault-finding and maintenance skills, and build a foundation for a rewarding career in the resources and processing industry. Residential position with on-site training and safety focus.

Qualifications

• Must have completed secondary schooling.
• Pre-apprenticeship in mechanical, construction or engineering is desirable.
• Willingness to learn and work safely in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Learn to interpret drawings and assist with installation, troubleshooting, repair and modification of mechanical equipment.
• Gain practical, hands-on experience maintaining mechanical plant and equipment.
• Develop skills across workshop and operational environments.
• Learn from experienced tradespeople and industry professionals.

Skills

Motivated

Reliable

Willingness to learn

Interest in mechanical equipment

Safety‑oriented

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team player

Computer literacy

Education

Completion of secondary schooling

Pre-apprenticeship in mechanical/engineering

Job description

Apprentice Mechanical Fitter - Tronox Chandala

Local Strength. Global Connections.

Join a team that empowers you to achieve your fullest potential.

Ready to start a career where you can learn, grow and make an impact?

Programmed Apprenticeships & Traineeships, in partnership with Tronox, is offering an exciting opportunity to join the team at Tronox's Chandala operations as an Apprentice Mechanical Fitter.

Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll work towards a nationally recognised Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (MEM30219) while gaining valuable hands‑on experience in a large-scale operational environment.

Working alongside experienced tradespeople, you'll receive structured on‑the‑job training, guidance and mentoring while developing the practical and technical skills required to build a successful career as a Mechanical Fitter.

Build your skills. Build your career.

As an Apprentice Mechanical Fitter, you'll gain practical experience maintaining, repairing and working with the mechanical equipment and systems that support Tronox's operations.

Throughout Your Apprenticeship, You'll Have The Opportunity To

• Complete a Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (MEM30219)
• Gain practical, hands‑on experience maintaining mechanical plant and equipment
• Learn to interpret drawings and assist with the installation, troubleshooting, repair and modification of mechanical equipment
• Develop skills across both workshop and operational environments
• Learn from experienced tradespeople and industry professionals
• Develop your technical, problem‑solving and fault‑finding capabilities
• Build strong knowledge of workplace safety, maintenance practices and procedures
• Build the foundations for a rewarding career in the resources and processing industry

What you'll bring

We're looking for someone who is motivated, reliable and genuinely interested in developing a career in the mechanical trade. You'll bring a willingness to learn, an interest in how mechanical equipment works and, most importantly, a strong commitment to working safely.

To Be Considered, You Will Need

• Completion of secondary schooling
• Successful completion of a relevant pre‑apprenticeship in mechanical, construction or engineering is highly desirable
• A genuine interest in mechanical fitting, maintenance and hands‑on work
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn and follow instructions
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• A reliable, positive and safety‑focused approach to work
• An interest in practical, hands‑on work within a team environment
• Good computer literacy and a willingness to learn new systems
• The ability to successfully complete a pre‑employment medical assessment and drug and alcohol screening

Your workplace - Tronox Chandala

Your apprenticeship will be based at Tronox's Chandala operations near Muchea, approximately 57 kilometres north‑east of the Perth CBD. There is no public transport to site, so reliable personal transport is essential.

This is a residential position, meaning you'll return home after each shift and there is no camp accommodation onsite. The successful applicant will live within a reasonable commuting distance of Chandala.

Tronox is a fully integrated titanium minerals producer and pigment manufacturer with operations across Western Australia and around the world. In Western Australia, Tronox extracts and processes mineral sands into valuable products supplied to international markets.

Tronox is committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive workplace where different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

Ready to see what you can achieve?

An apprenticeship is more than a qualification - it's an opportunity to learn a trade, gain real industry experience and build the foundations for a rewarding career.

If you're motivated to learn, enjoy practical and mechanical work and want to be part of a team that will support you to develop and grow, we want to hear from you.

Applications close: Sunday, 25^th October 2026

Please note: Programmed reserves the right to close applications before the advertised closing date.

As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.

At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.