CNC & Mechanical Apprenticeship – Paid, 9‑Day Fortnight

Skillset; Lithgow City Council; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid on-the-job training

9-day fortnight

Career development

Exposure to advanced equipment

Job summary

Thales, partnered with Skillset, offers a 4-year Engineering Apprenticeship in Lithgow, NSW, commencing January 2027. You'll train as an engineer, completing a Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade while gaining hands-on experience in precision machining, CNC work, toolmaking and machinery maintenance at a world-class site.

You'll learn from experienced tradespeople, be paid as you learn, and join a global company that supports career development and safety training throughout the

Qualifications

• Strong mathematical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and safety awareness.
• Sound computer literacy skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in engineering.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machinery and equipment
• Assist with CNC programming tasks
• Manufacture components using lathes and mills
• Maintain tools, equipment and machinery
• Inspect finished products for quality and accuracy

Skills

Mathematics

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Computer literacy

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade

Job description

Thales, partnered with Skillset, offers a 4-year Engineering Apprenticeship in Lithgow, NSW, commencing January 2027. You'll train as an engineer, completing a Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade while gaining hands-on experience in precision machining, CNC work, toolmaking and machinery maintenance at a world-class site.

You'll learn from experienced tradespeople, be paid as you learn, and join a global company that supports career development and safety training throughout the