Fabrication Apprentice

Kotzur; Albury City; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rostered day off (RDO) every four four

Job summary

Kotzur Group in New South Wales is offering a full-time Apprentice Welder role starting January 2027 at our Walla Walla workshop, just 30 minutes from Albury. This paid apprenticeship provides hands-on welding and fabrication experience while you complete a Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade.

You will learn from skilled tradespeople, follow safety standards, read drawings, and contribute to silos and related structures for agriculture and mining.

Qualifications

• Interest in welding and metalwork for a trade career.
• Willingness to learn and take guidance from experienced tradespeople.
• Good communication and a team-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist with welding and fabrication tasks under supervision.
• Learn safe work practices and quality standards.
• Read and interpret simple technical drawings and fabrication plans.
• Operate basic welding and metalworking tools under supervision.
• Participate in structured apprenticeship training and development.
• Support general workshop duties and team projects.

Skills

Welding interest

Willingness to learn

Team orientation

Education

Year 10 or higher

Job description

Build your trade career with a proudly Australian, family-owned engineering and fabrication business. KOTZUR GROUP designs and delivers high-quality bulk solid storage and handling systems for the agricultural and mining sectors. Join a team focused on innovation, quality and customer satisfaction.

About the role

Ready to turn your interest in welding and metalwork into a trade career?

Kotzur is looking for a motivated Apprentice Welder to join our team in Walla Walla, just 30 minutes from Albury. Learn from experienced tradespeople, develop practical skills and contribute to real fabrication projects in a supportive team.

This full-time apprenticeship starts in January 2027, with support to complete a Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade. You’ll help fabricate silos, associated structures and components for agriculture and mining, with structured training and mentoring as you learn.

What you'll be doing

Assist with welding and fabrication tasks under the supervision of experienced tradespeople

Learn and follow safe work practices and quality standards

Learn to read and interpret technical drawings and fabrication plans

Learn to use welding and metalworking tools and machinery safely under supervision

Take part in the training and development required for your apprenticeship

Help with general workshop duties and team projects

What we're looking for

A genuine interest in welding, fabrication and hands-on work

A willingness to learn, ask questions and follow guidance

A strong work ethic and a commitment to working safely

Good communication skills and a positive, team-focused attitude

Completion of Year 10 or higher (preferred)

Exposure to metalwork or trade-related subjects (helpful, but not essential)

At Kotzur, we invest in our people and their development. You’ll benefit from:

A nationally recognised apprenticeship pathway

Practical, on-the-job training and mentoring from experienced tradespeople

A supportive, team-oriented culture

Opportunities for long-term career development

A rostered day off (RDO) every four weeks, on average