EOI - Apprentice Boilermakers

Thornton Engineering; City of Greater Geelong; On-site; AUD 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligibility for Apprentice Training Support Payment

Graduation with a nationally recognized qualification

Job summary

Thornton Engineering in Greater Geelong is looking for highly motivated individuals for its Trade Apprenticeship program. As an apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience while completing a Certificate III in Engineering Fabrication Trade over four years.

This full-time role provides formal on-the-job training, and you'll learn from industry experts, developing vital skills in the Engineering field. Join a supportive team dedicated to your growth and success.

Qualifications

• Motivated individuals pursuing a career in Engineering.
• Able to assist tradesmen in manufacturing and maintaining fabrication components.

Responsibilities

• Learn foundations and content to develop skills in Engineering.
• Assist tradesmen in key components of fabrication.
• Use hand and power tools and operate workshop equipment.
• Perform general cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Adhere to Workplace Health and Safety policies.
• Complete TAFE work and attend associated classes.

Skills

Keen interest in the Engineering industry

Physically fit

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Workshop equipment

Job description

Thornton Engineering is a family-owned company established in 1975, specializing in the design and fabrication of high-quality steel products for major projects across various industries in Australia.

We provide a supportive and collaborative working environment for our highly skilled and passionate team of engineers to deliver exceptional results. We are committed to empowering our employees to reach their full potential through continuous learning and creativity. Join our team and be a part of our exciting journey to produce a diverse range of steel products.

Job Description

We are currently seeking highly motivated individuals who are passionate about pursuing a career in the Engineering industry for our Trade Apprenticeship roles. Successful candidates will complete a Certificate III in Engineering Fabrication Trade over a 48-month period, while gaining invaluable hands‑on experience and learning from industry experts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Learn the foundations and content to develop skills and knowledge used in the Engineering industry
• Assist tradesmen to manufacture and maintain key components of fabrication
• Use hand and power tools as well as operate workshop equipment
• General cleaning and maintenance duties of equipment and machinery
• Adhere to Workplace Health and Safety Policies and Procedures
• Complete all related TAFE work and attend classes associated with the apprenticeship

Qualifications

• Keen interest in the Engineering industry
• Physically fit and capable of working in a physically demanding role

Additional Information

• Excellent career opportunity to join a well‑known and prominent Central West organization
• A full‑time 4‑year placement that provides formal on‑the‑job training
• Graduation with a nationally recognized qualification upon successful completion of the role
• Eligibility for the Australian Apprentice Training Support Payment of up to $5000 over the first 2 years of the qualification, as this qualification is recognised on the Australian Apprenticeships Priority List