Hands-on Mechanical Fitter Apprentice – Jan 2027 Intake

Otis; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialist technical training in lift/

Paid tertiary education

Flexible working (role dependent)

Paid maternity leave

Equal Employment Opportunity

Job summary

Otis is recruiting a Mechanical Fitter Apprentice for the January 2027 intake. You will gain practical, on‑the‑job experience in lifting technologies, working with experienced technicians, and developing skills in installation, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of lifts, escalators and travelators.

Successful applicants will be in 1st–3rd year of a Mechanical Fitting apprenticeship or have completed a relevant pre-apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• Be currently completing a Mechanical Fitting apprenticeship, preferably in your 1st, 2nd or 3rd year, or have completed a relevant pre-apprenticeship qualification.
• Have completed a minimum of Year 10 or equivalent.
• Have full working rights in Australia.
• Have a genuine interest in mechanical systems, equipment and hands-on technical work.
• Be safety-conscious and willing to learn.
• Be reliable, motivated and comfortable working as part of a team.
• Have good communication and customer service skills.
• Be interested in developing a long-term career within the lift and escalator industry.

Responsibilities

• Learn about Installation, Modernisation, Servicing, Maintenance and Repair of lifts, escalators and travelators.
• Work alongside experienced technicians and tradespeople to support your development.
• Develop practical mechanical skills including fault finding, equipment maintenance, repair and installation.
• Gain exposure to Service and Construction areas of the business.
• Learn to work safely in a highly technical environment.
• Develop communication and customer service skills with customers.
• Build industry knowledge while working toward your trade qualification.

Skills

Mechanical Fitting apprenticeship

Hands-on

Safety-conscious

Communication

Education

Year 10 or equivalent

Pre-apprenticeship qualification

Job description

Otis is recruiting a Mechanical Fitter Apprentice for the January 2027 intake. You will gain practical, on‑the‑job experience in lifting technologies, working with experienced technicians, and developing skills in installation, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of lifts, escalators and travelators.

Successful applicants will be in 1st–3rd year of a Mechanical Fitting apprenticeship or have completed a relevant pre-apprenticeship.