Toolmaker Apprentice

Ai Group Apprentice & Trainee Centre; Fairfield; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

All training fees and PPE provided

Mentoring from industry professionals

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Australian Apprenticeship Support Loan

Job summary

Ai Group Apprentice & Trainee Centre – Wetherill Park NSW is offering a Toolmaker Apprentice role with no prior experience required. You will learn every aspect of the toolmaking trade while working in a modern manufacturing environment, involved in tooling, moulds and precision components.

Current 1st, 2nd or 3rd Year Apprentices are encouraged to apply. Location is Wetherill Park, NSW with a 6.00am–2.00pm, Monday–Friday schedule and a 4-year program.

Qualifications

• Must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
• Minimum completion of Year 11 High School.

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified tradespeople with manufacture, assembly and repair of tooling and moulds.
• Learn to safely operate workshop machinery, hand tools and precision measuring equipment.
• Support CNC machining and general machining activities.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Assist with machine setup, material preparation and component finishing.
• Conduct quality inspections and measurements to meet specifications.
• Use precision measuring instruments like calipers and micrometers.
• Operate milling, drilling, grinding and turning equipment.
• Assist with maintenance and repair of tooling and workshop equipment.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised workplace.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Education

Year 11 completed

Cert II Engineering desirable

Tools

Vernier calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Ai Group Apprentice & Trainee Centre – Wetherill Park NSW

No experience required

1d ago , from AI Group Apprentice & Trainee Centre

About the role

Our Host Employer, Unique Tooling is one of Australia's leading precision engineering and manufacturing companies, specialising in the design, manufacture and repair of high-quality plastic, silicone and die-cast injection moulds. With one of the country's largest and most advanced precision engineering workshops, this is an outstanding opportunity to develop sought‑after trade skills alongside experienced industry professionals.

As a Toolmaker Apprentice, you will learn all aspects of the toolmaking trade while working in a modern manufacturing environment. You will be involved in the manufacture, assembly, maintenance and repair of tooling, moulds and precision‑engineered components.

Key responsibilities

• Assisting qualified tradespeople with the manufacture, assembly and repair of tooling and moulds
• Learning to safely operate workshop machinery, hand tools and precision measuring equipment
• Supporting CNC machining and general machining activities
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
• Assisting with machine setup, material preparation and component finishing
• Conducting quality inspections and measurements to ensure components meet specifications
• Using tools such as vernier calipers, micrometers and other precision measuring instruments
• Operating metalworking machinery including milling, drilling, grinding and turning equipment
• Assisting with preventative maintenance and repair of tooling and workshop equipment
• Maintaining a safe, clean and organised workplace

Current 1st, 2nd or 3rd Year Apprentices are encouraged to apply.

Location

Wetherill Park, NSW

Work Hours

Monday – Friday, 6.00am – 2.00pm

Duration

4 years

What's in it for you

• Gain a Nationally recognised Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering qualification
• All training fees and PPE are provided
• Mentoring from experienced industry professionals helping you complete your apprenticeship
• Performance‑based bonus opportunities
• Be supported by a dedicated Consultant throughout your employment
• Access to the Australian Apprenticeship Support Loan to assist you with everyday living costs

About you

• Must be an Australian Citizen or permanent resident with the right to work in Australia
• Minimum completion of Year 11 High School
• Driver’s License and reliable transport
• Completed a Cert II Engineering (pre-apprenticeship) desirable
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Good problem‑solving skills and mechanical aptitude

About Australian Industry Group

Australian Industry Group Apprentice and Trainee Centre is a Group Training Organisation, partnering with Australia's best companies, producing powerful outcomes for apprentices and trainees. We foster connections with communities, employers, and candidates to create ideal career opportunities.

To learn more about us, please visit our website www.aigroupapprentices.com.au

Australian Industry Group believes in the strength of a diverse workforce. We welcome female applicants, those who identify as First Nations people, and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds or are members of the LGBTQIA+ community to apply.

Additional information

• Earn and learn whilst working towards Certificate III in Mechanical Engineerin
• Learn the trade of toolmaking while manufacturing and repairing precision moul
• Current, mid-Trade Apprentices encouraged to apply