Engineering Production Traineeship

Australian Training Company; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid traineeship

On-the-job training

Career progression

Job summary

Australian Training Company in Brisbane, QLD, is offering an Engineering Production Traineeship designed for hands-on learners who want to start a career in the engineering industry. You will learn from experienced tradespeople and contribute to turning raw steel into precision-made products.

The role covers general labour, production support in workshop and yard, operating machinery under supervision, and helping with cutting, coating preparation, and dispatch.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; manufacturing or trade experience desirable.
• Interest in engineering, fabrication, manufacturing or steel processing.
• Safety-focused with ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform general manual labouring duties to support operations.
• Assist with production activities within the workshop and yard.
• Operate production machinery and equipment as trained and authorised.
• Assist with the operation of cropper machinery under supervision.
• Measure, mark and drill steel components in accordance with plans, drawings, and work instructions.
• Assist with cutting, preparation, and processing of steel products.
• Assist with operation of the paint bay and preparation of steel for coating processes.
• Load, unload, move and store steel products and materials safely.
• Assist with packing and preparation of finished products for dispatch.
• Use hand and power tools safely and correctly.
• Support fabrication and manufacturing activities as directed by supervisors and experienced team members.
• Maintain quality standards throughout all production processes.

Skills

Manual Labour

Safety Consciousness

Willingness to Learn

Teamwork

Forklift Licence (desirable)

Job description

Engineering Production Traineeship Australian Training Company Brisbane, QLD, AU

Job Description

If you're someone who likes working with your hands, enjoys creating things from scratch, and wants a career with real progression, this is your chance to get started in the Engineering Industry. Australian Training Company (ATC) in partnership with Queensland's leading Manufacturer and Supplier of Structural Steel, are looking for motivated applicants, who are reliable, curious, and ready to learn from experienced tradespeople who'll show you how to turn raw metal into precision-made products.

What You'll Be Doing

• Perform general manual labouring duties to support operations
• Assist with production activities within the workshop and yard
• Operate production machinery and equipment as trained and authorised
• Assist with the operation of cropper machinery under supervision
• Measure, mark and drill steel components in accordance with plans, drawings, and work instructions
• Assist with cutting, preparation, and processing of steel products
• Assist with operation of the paint bay and preparation of steel for coating processes
• Load, unload, move and store steel products and materials safely
• Assist with packing and preparation of finished products for dispatch
• Use hand and power tools safely and correctly
• Support fabrication and manufacturing activities as directed by supervisors and experienced team members
• Maintain quality standards throughout all production processes

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, construction, or trade environment (Desirable)
• Interest in engineering, fabrication, manufacturing, or steel processing
• Strong commitment to workplace safety
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions
• Reliable and punctual
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Physically capable of performing manual labouring duties
• Basic understanding of hand and power tools
• Forklift licence (desirable)
• Current driver's licence (due to the location and the move to Staplyton at the end of 2026)
• Willingness to undertake a Drug and Alcohol screening

Why This Traineeship Is a Great Start

• Earn while you learn a nationally recognised Qualification
• Work in a supportive team that wants you to succeed
• Gain skills that open doors in fabrication, manufacturing, and engineering
• Every day is hands-on - you won't be stuck doing boring tasks