Water & Waste Mechanical Fitter Apprentice - Earn While You Learn

Tweed Shire Council; Chinderah; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Earn while you learn

9-day fortnight

Course fees covered – Certificate III

Job summary

Tweed Shire Council is offering an Apprenticeship in Water and Wastewater - Operations to train as a Mechanical Fitter. You’ll work alongside experienced supervisors while pursuing a Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade.

You will assist with maintenance across water infrastructure, learn from a pump fitter, and gain hands-on experience in a supportive community-focused team.

Qualifications

• Finished Year 10 with solid numeracy and literacy skills.
• General Construction Induction Card (White Card) or willingness to obtain.
• Current driver’s licence; LR/MR or equivalent desirable or willing to obtain.
• Commitment to completing the apprenticeship, including attending TAFE and hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day maintenance of water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Support pump fitter with installation, maintenance, repairs and upgrades of pumping equipment.
• Learn fixed plant and mechanical equipment processes and safety standards.
• Contribute to technical investigations for operational improvements.
• Assist in emergency response to mechanical breakdowns under supervision.
• Receive mentorship from Water and Wastewater - Operations team.

Skills

Interest in mechanical services

Willingness to learn

Team player

Education

Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade

Job description

Tweed Shire Council is offering an Apprenticeship in Water and Wastewater - Operations to train as a Mechanical Fitter. You’ll work alongside experienced supervisors while pursuing a Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade.

You will assist with maintenance across water infrastructure, learn from a pump fitter, and gain hands-on experience in a supportive community-focused team.