General Engineering Apprenticeship (Mt. Wellington)

JobSpace; Auckland; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

ATNZ is offering a General Engineering Apprentice position in Mt. Wellington, Auckland. You will gain on-the-job training while completing a qualification through ATNZ, start your trade career and earn as you learn.

The role covers general engineering work across machining, fabrication, repair, servicing and assembly. You may become a machinist or general engineer depending on your goals, with full-time study over 3–4 years.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required; attitude and work ethic matter.
• Willingness to study while working full time for 3–4 years.
• Mechanical interest and hands-on mindset.

Responsibilities

• Work across machining, fabrication, repair, servicing, and assembly.
• Possibility to work as machinist or general engineer depending on goals.

Job description

General Engineering Apprenticeship (Mt. Wellington)

Kick-start your career with ATNZ - Get qualified and earn while you learn

Love mechanical engineering but aren't sure what you want to specialize in? Enjoy 'hands-on' work, varied tasks and solving problems? Keep reading! NZ needs to build a skilled workforce, and we're currently looking for mechanically minded individuals who want to start a career in General Engineering or Machining. We are recruiting a General Engineering Apprentice for our host company located in Mt. Wellington, Auckland. Successful candidates will be employed by this company directly and will complete their qualification through ATNZ. You'll receive valuable on-the-job training while studying to become a fully qualified engineer.

Why study through ATNZ?

• Earn while you learn.
• Fairly new? No worries! Receive pastoral care from experienced mentors.
• Hands-on training from qualified trades people with industry experience.
• Get qualified for FREE.

What does a General Engineering Apprentice do?

General engineers work across machining, fabrication, repair, servicing, and assembly. They are versatile tradespeople with broad mechanical skills able to work in workshops, manufacturing, maintenance, and service environments. This particular opportunity could see you working as either a machinist or general engineer depending on your career goals and preference.

About the Host Company:

This Auckland-based engineering company has been designing and manufacturing precision electromagnets and high-tech equipment for more than 40 years. Their products are used in semiconductor manufacturing, medical technology, and scientific research facilities around the world. The work done here genuinely matters on a global scale. It's a well-established, sizeable operation with a strong culture of innovation, reinvestment in modern machinery, and a real commitment to developing skilled people. If you're interested in precision engineering and want to be part of a team doing world-class work right here in NZ, this is an excellent place to start your trade career.

Do you fit the profile?

• Are you committed to 3-4 years of study whilst working full time?
• Are you interested in mechanical engineering?
• Do you have a restricted or full drivers' licence?
• Have you completed a pre trade course or do you have experience in the trades / mechanical engineering industry?

If you're a keen, hands-on learner looking for an entry level career opportunity, we want to hear from you.

Pre-employment testing from the host company may include criminal background, medical and drug testing as part of their eligibility process. For more information on ATNZ visit www.atnz.org.nz

FAQ's:

How long does an apprenticeship take to complete? 3-4 years. This may be shorter if you have completed a level 3 pre-trade qualification.

How much do apprenticeships pay? It varies between host companies. But the average annual salary for most of our apprentices is $41'000-$52'000. You may receive a higher or lower amount than this bracket depending on your skill level and the financial ability of the host company.

Is there an upper age limit for apprenticeships? None. Anyone aged 16 or over with the right to permanently live and work in New Zealand is allowed to undertake an apprenticeship.

Do I need my own tools? Some companies provide tools, while others require you to have your own. It is always good to build your own supply for the future. One of the benefits of being employed directly by ATNZ is that we offer our apprentices interest-free loans for tools. If you are being employed directly by a company you may need to seek alternative methods of purchasing tools.

What qualifications do I need to get an ATNZ apprenticeship? No qualifications are necessary. We are looking for people with a great attitude and a good work ethic who want to be hands-on and earn something they are passionate about.

Are there any fees for being an ATNZ apprentice? Whether you are employed by ATNZ or do your apprenticeship through your current employer, apprentices pay no fees.

What happens if my host company does not have enough work for me? Another advantage of being employed directly by ATNZ is that if your host company can't continue employing you for whatever reason, we will do our best to place you with another host company. If you are employed directly by a company we can still give you a hand. Get in touch with our team and we'll start hunting around for you.