Mechanical Fitting Apprenticeship (Gladstone)

Apprentices and Trainees Queensland; Gladstone Regional; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Apprentices and Trainees Queensland in Gladstone is sponsoring a Mechanical Fitting Apprenticeship with KNL Engineering and Mechanical. The role begins ASAP and involves safety-focused work, routine maintenance on pumps, fans and valves, fault investigation, and teamwork within a maintenance crew.

Applicants must be local to Gladstone, pass a pre-employment medical, and have or be prepared to obtain a Driver's Licence; Year 12 or equivalent is desirable.

Qualifications

• Pass a pre-employment medical (essential).
• Local to the Gladstone area (essential).
• Current Driver's Licence (Desirable).
• Forklift Licence (Desirable).
• Successful completion of Year 12 or equivalent (Desirable).

Responsibilities

• Conducting work safely, following written and verbal instructions, and developing safety risk assessments.
• Carrying out routine site maintenance on equipment such as pumps, fans, and valves.
• Investigating faults and identifying suitable solutions.
• Working collaboratively within a maintenance team.

Skills

Time management

Written & verbal communication

Team player

Punctuality

Learns new computer systems

Education

Year 12 or equivalent

Job description

Mechanical Fitting Apprenticeship (Gladstone)

Apprentices and Trainees Queensland - Gladstone QLD

Mechanical Fitting Apprenticeship (Gladstone)

KNL Engineering and Mechanical is a locally owned Gladstone business delivering specialised engineering, fabrication and maintenance services across multiple industries.

In partnership with Apprentices and Trainees Queensland, KNL seeks applicants interested in completing a Mechanical Fitting Apprenticeship in Gladstone. This position will commence ASAP.

As a Mechanical Fitting Apprentice, you will be responsible for tasks including:

• Conducting work safely, following written and verbal instructions, and developing safety risk assessments, including Take 5 personal hazard assessments and job safety assessments
• Carrying out routine site maintenance on equipment such as pumps, fans, and valves
• Investigating faults and identifying suitable solutions
• Working collaboratively within a maintenance team

Mechanical Fitting Apprenticeship (Gladstone)

KNL Engineering and Mechanical is a locally owned Gladstone business delivering specialised engineering, fabrication and maintenance services across multiple industries.

In partnership with Apprentices and Trainees Queensland, KNL seeks applicants interested in completing a Mechanical Fitting Apprenticeship in Gladstone. This position will commence ASAP.

As a Mechanical Fitting Apprentice, you will be responsible for tasks including:

• Conducting work safely, following written and verbal instructions, and developing safety risk assessments, including Take 5 personal hazard assessments and job safety assessments
• Carrying out routine site maintenance on equipment such as pumps, fans, and valves
• Investigating faults and identifying suitable solutions
• Working collaboratively within a maintenance team

Selection Criteria

• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical (essential)
• Local to the Gladstone area (essential)
• Current Driver's Licence (Desirable)
• Forklift Licence (Desirable)
• Successful completion of Year 12 or equivalent (Desirable)

Personal Attributes

• Ability to follow instructions.
• Mature and self-motivated attitude.
• Team player with a warm and friendly personality.
• Demonstrated time management and ability to prioritise own workload.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Punctual and reliable with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to quickly learn new computer systems.
• Ability to work autonomously and under Supervision.

To be eligible for this position, you must be able to reside in the Gladstone region and be willing to undertake a Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade.

This is an entry-level position.

Closing Date: Thursday, 12th November 2026.