Trainee Maintenance Engineer: Hands-On Mechanical Training

Zeal Futures Pty; Smithtown; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Zeal Futures Pty is offering an apprenticeship aligned with a Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade. You’ll assist tradespeople, maintain equipment, operate workshop tools, and support documentation and safety procedures.

Training includes both practical and theoretical elements with mentoring and real career opportunities. Applicants should show genuine interest in mechanics, a proactive attitude, good communication, and the ability to work in a team.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in mechanics, machinery and maintenance.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn new skills.
• Good computer skills and ability to complete basic documentation.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified tradespeople with routine maintenance and breakdown repairs.
• Maintain and repair machinery, equipment and workshop tools.
• Operate workshop equipment such as lathes, milling machines, drill presses, cut-off saws and welders.
• Assist with workshop organisation, spare parts management and housekeeping.
• Support work order processes, including recording time and documentation.
• Learn to identify mechanical faults and assist with troubleshooting.
• Use hand tools and machinery to complete maintenance tasks.
• Operate forklifts and work at heights under supervision.
• Follow health and safety procedures to maintain a safe environment.
• Carry out other duties within trainee skills and ability.

Skills

Interest in mechanics

Willingness to learn

Good computer skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

Zeal Futures Pty is offering an apprenticeship aligned with a Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade. You’ll assist tradespeople, maintain equipment, operate workshop tools, and support documentation and safety procedures.

Training includes both practical and theoretical elements with mentoring and real career opportunities. Applicants should show genuine interest in mechanics, a proactive attitude, good communication, and the ability to work in a team.