McCain Mechanical Apprenticeship (Mechanical Fitter) - 2027 Commencement

IntoWork; Smithton; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Work-Life Balance

Above Award Wages

Personal protective equipment provided

Career growth pathways

Licensing opportunities

Job summary

McCain invites applicants to begin a Mechanical Apprenticeship (Mechanical Fitter) at the Smithton facility, commencing in February 2027. This full-time role blends formal training with hands-on experience, reporting to the Maintenance Manager.

You will learn to perform diverse mechanical work under qualified tradespeople, collaborate with maintenance and production teams, and rapidly develop your technical skills in a high-tech manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High School Certificate: Year 10 minimum.
• Certificate II in Engineering or relevant mechanical/trade experience is advantageous.
• Strong maths and English aptitude; good communication skills; safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Learn to perform diverse mechanical work under supervision of tradespeople.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production personnel to deliver effective solutions.
• Develop technical trade skills in a high-tech manufacturing environment.

Skills

Mathematics

English

Verbal & written communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School Certificate (year 10)

Certificate II in Engineering

Job description

MRAEL, in partnership with McCain, invites motivated applicants to kickstart their trade career with our Mechanical Apprenticeship (Mechanical Fitter) at the McCain Smithton facility, commencing in February 2027.

About McCain:

McCain is a proudly privately owned family company with a global footprint, selling high-quality products in over 160 countries. Their values sit at the very heart of everything we do.

McCain are dedicated to driving performance, cultivating long-term careers, and pioneering advanced technology through sustainable practices across agriculture and manufacturing. At McCain, they focus on quality, their people, and their customers—meaning you will be surrounded by good people doing great things every day.

About the Role

This full-time apprenticeship blends formal training with invaluable hands-on experience. Reporting through to the Maintenance Manager, you will:

• Learn to perform diverse mechanical work under the close guidance of qualified tradespeople.
• Collaborate closely with maintenance and production personnel to deliver 'best outcome' solutions.
• Rapidly advance your technical trade skills in a high-tech manufacturing environment.

What We Are Looking For:

• High School Certificate: Minimum year 10 completion.
• Strong aptitude in Mathematics and English.
• Great Communicator: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A high focus on workplace safety and operational protocols.
• High motivation to learn, adapt, and develop complex new skills.
• Certificate II in Engineering and/or relevant mechanical/trade work experience is highly regarded for this position.

What’s in It for You?

• Great Work-Life Balance: 40-hour working week with 1 Rostered Day Off (RDO) per month.
• Above Award Wages and excellent benefits.
• Provision of all required protective clothing and safety gear.
• Clear career growth pathways.
• Opportunities to gain various High-Risk Work Licences along the way!

Applications close: Friday, 13 November 2026.

Important Details:

• Ensure you resume and contact details are all up to date.
• Shortlisted applicants will undergo basic aptitude testing. The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical examination (including drug and alcohol screening) prior to site commencement.
• Due to the high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.

MRAEL and McCain are Equal Opportunity Employers