Apprentice Technician - Engineering Mechanical Fitter (Mining Division)

Liebherr-Werk Nenzing GmbH; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail and medical insurance discounts

Bonus leave days

Parental leave

Comprehensive training programs

Job summary

Apprentice Technician – Engineering Mechanical Fitter based in Adelaide, Australia, offers hands-on experience rebuilding and remanufacturing heavy mining equipment components while completing a trade qualification in a modern workshop.

You will work with experienced tradespeople with ongoing training, mentorship, and exposure to a wide range of equipment and processes, starting Monday 18th January 2027 in a safety-focused team.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in, or committed to completing, a Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical).
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills, with the ability to follow instructions and complete documentation accurately.
• Interest in mechanical equipment and a willingness to learn the use of hand tools and workshop practices.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work safely within a team environment and follow workplace procedures.
• Demonstrated commitment to learning, professional development and completing formal trade training.
• Strong communication and customer service skills, with a positive and proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the assembly and disassembly of heavy equipment components.
• Support the inspection, cleaning, assessment and remanufacture of components to required specifications and quality standards.
• Follow established operating, maintenance and safe work procedures at all times.
• Operate workshop plant and equipment in line with training and competency levels.
• Complete required trade training, maintain training records and actively participate in on-the-job learning.
• Contribute to a safe, clean and efficient work environment while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong literacy and numeracy

Strong communication

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Team player

Willingness to learn

Interest in mechanical equipment

Education

Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Apprentice Technician - Engineering Mechanical Fitter (Mining Division)

Job ID:

84342

Division:

Liebherr International

Company:

Liebherr-Australia Pty. Ltd.

Work area:

Customer Service

Country:

AU

Entry level:

Professionals

Type of contract:

full time

Kick-start your career with Liebherr-Australia as an Apprentice Technician – Engineering Mechanical Fitter based in Adelaide. Working alongside experienced tradespeople, you'll gain hands‑on experience rebuilding and remanufacturing heavy mining equipment components while completing your trade qualification. This is an exciting opportunity to learn valuable technical skills in a modern workshop environment and build a strong foundation for a successful career in the mining and heavy equipment industry.

As part of a supportive and safety-focused team, you'll receive ongoing training, mentorship, and exposure to a wide range of equipment and processes. If you're motivated, eager to learn, and ready to start a rewarding career with a global industry leader, this apprenticeship offers the perfect opportunity to develop your skills and grow your future.

Start Date: Monday 18th January 2027

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the assembly and disassembly of heavy equipment components.


• Support the inspection, cleaning, assessment and remanufacture of components to required specifications and quality standards.


• Follow established operating, maintenance and safe work procedures at all times.


• Operate workshop plant and equipment in line with training and competency levels.


• Complete required trade training, maintain training records and actively participate in on-the-job learning.


• Contribute to a safe, clean and efficient work environment while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills & Experience:

• Enrolled in, or committed to completing, a Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical).


• Strong literacy and numeracy skills, with the ability to follow instructions and complete documentation accurately.


• Interest in mechanical equipment and a willingness to learn the use of hand tools and workshop practices.


• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.


• Ability to work safely within a team environment and follow workplace procedures.


• Demonstrated commitment to learning, professional development and completing formal trade training.


• Strong communication and customer service skills, with a positive and proactive attitude.

Our Offer:

At Liebherr, we value your well-being. We offer a culture of recognition and reward, celebrating your contributions and ensuring you feel valued.

Youllhave access to generous benefits like retail and medical insurance discounts, bonus leave days, parental leave, and comprehensive training programs, fostering your personal and professional growth.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Diversity and inclusion sit at the heart of the Liebherr Group's Core Values.

We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the communities in which we live,workandoperate. Our culture thrives on mutual respect,teamworkand diversity of thought in the workplace

Culture:

We are dedicated to seeing our employees work together in an environment that fosters the true meaning of collaboration; a culture that creates the highest quality,cutting-edgeproducts, long-lasting relationships, and improved organisational and individual capabilities. We aim to give our employees an opportunity to grow and develop their careers.

PLEASE NOTE:Applicants successful in progressing past interview stage will berequiredto undergo a pre-employment process including National Police Clearance and Medical Screening process which includes drug and alcohol testing.

Liebherr-Australia is part of the Liebherr Group, which employs nearly 50,000 people, in more than 140 companies and 50 countries on every continent. Liebherr's decades of experience, knowledge, and dedication to the highest quality and mostreliable technologies makes Liebherr a respected leader and a trustworthy partner to industry. Liebherr-Australia is responsible for selling and servicing earthmoving machines, mining machines, mobile cranes, tower cranes, maritime cranes as well as deepfoundation machines throughout Australia and New Zealand. Though the company's 20 hectare Head Office Complex is based in Adelaide, Australia, the commitment to, and support of, New Zealand customers is unwavering.

The Company

Liebherr-Australia Pty Ltd is part of the Liebherr Group, which employs nearly 50,000 people, in more than 140 companies and 50 countries on every continent. Liebherr's decades of experience, knowledge, and dedication to the highest quality and mostreliable technologies makes Liebherr a respected leader and a trustworthy partner to industry. Liebherr-Australia is responsible for selling and servicing earthmoving machines, mining machines, mobile cranes, tower cranes, maritime cranes as well as deepfoundation machines throughout Australia and New Zealand. Though the company's 20 hectare Head Office Complex is based in Adelaide, Australia, the commitment to, and support of, New Zealand customers is unwavering.