Expression of Interest - Apprenticeships, Rail

Downer; Sydney; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Downer Group invites expressions of interest for its 2027 Apprenticeship intake. Programs run for four years full-time in NSW (Auburn, Cardiff) and QLD (Maryborough, Torbanlea).

Participants study at TAFE and gain on-the-job training under experienced mentors, with pathways to Fleet Maintenance Technician and trades including Mechanical Fitter, Electrical Fitter, Boilermaker, and Electrical. Applicants should be Australian citizens or permanent residents, available to commence January 2027, and

Qualifications

• Electrical aptitude and math skills.
• Commitment to safety in a heavy industry environment.
• Interest in becoming a tradesperson through apprenticeship.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Mathematics

Safety focus

Education

Year 12 completed or equivalent

Pre-apprenticeship desirable

Job description

We are seeking expressions of interest for our 2027 Apprenticeship intake! Positions will be available in Auburn and Cardiff, NSW and Maryborough and Torbanlea, QLD.

At Downer, we Make the Difference That Matters; we offer support you can count on, the opportunity to be part of something big and help to shape your future. Downer's greatest asset is our people which is key to our success.

Downer has over 150 years' rail experience providing end-to-end, innovative integrated transport solutions. We are a leading provider of rollingstock asset management services in Australia, with expertise in delivering whole of life asset management support to our customers. Our capability allows us to offer turnkey solutions for complex projects and spans every project phase, from design and manufacture to through-life-support, condition monitoring and data analytics, fleet maintenance, operations and comprehensive overhaul of assets, and decommissioning.

Rail and Transit Systems - Apprenticeship Program 2027

Our apprenticeship program is a four-year fulltime fixed term program, open to school leavers and mature-aged applicants who have a keen interest in becoming a Tradesperson through the completion of an apprenticeship. This provides an opportunity to progress to a Fleet Maintenance Technician. During your apprenticeship, you will complete studies at TAFE and gain practical on-the-job training with the guidance of experienced, skilled managers, leaders and tradespersons. Apprenticeships include, Mechanical Fitter, Electrical Fitter, Boilermaker, and Electrical.

Your development pathway will consist of:

• Four-year full time on the job paid program gaining knowledge and experience through working collaboratively with respective discipline managers and leaders
• One-on-one mentoring, networking and buddy support
• Complete TAFE modules within set timeframes
• Learn new skills with workshop experience

We have excellent career creating opportunities that will be based in:

• QLD- Maryborough and Torbanlea
• NSW- Auburn and Cardiff

We are seeking the following skills:

• Electrical aptitude
• Strong competency in mathematics
• Strong safety-focus

About you:

• Australia Citizen, Australian Permanent Resident and or Full Australian work rights.
• Completion of any relevant pre-apprenticeship, desirable
• Able and committed to start in January 2027
• Completion of Year 12 School Certificate or equivalent, desirable
• Current Driver's license, desirable

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.