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2nd or 3rd Year Apprentice - Mechanical Fitter (Automation)

ILD-AUS
Full-time
On-site
Australia
• Earn well above award hourly rate + allowances + uniform
• Join a global market leader in automation and robotics
• Work alongside and learn from the best in the industry
• Supportive, mentoring culture with career pathways
• Site Locations are in the North / North West Melbourne

What we offer:

Power your future. Start your dream career with the Dematic Apprenticeship Program in January 2025!

Are you interested in becoming an Apprentice Mechanical Fitter (to commence January 2025), working with cutting edge technology in automation and roboticsYou will be rotating throughout different customer sites located in the North / North West Melbourne.  

This position is ideal for a motivated 2nd or 3rd Year Apprentice part way through their Apprenticeship or mature age 2nd or 3rd Year Apprentice to commence January 2025. This would ideally suit someone that has a passion for all things electrical and mechanical.

What can we offer you at Dematic?

  • A career at Australia’s leading robotics and automation company

  • Apprenticeship opportunities in Mechanical Trade

  • Current or mature age 2nd or 3rd Year Apprentice wanting to work for Dematic to start 2025

  • Competitive above award apprentice wages + allowances, reviewed annually

  • Turbo charged learning with dedicated support from a Technical Training Manager and mentors

  • Full tool kit, uniform and personal protective gear supplied

  • Rotate between multiple large-scale sites and projects

  • Secure, supportive and safe work environment

Tasks and Qualifications:

Who are Dematic?

We are a global leader in the material handling industry with over 11,000 employees worldwide and over 700 employees in Australia and New Zealand. We partner with our customers to design, build, implement, and support automated system solutions for warehouses and distribution centres. Some of our largest customers are household names in grocery, pharmaceutical, and parcel delivery, and in the e-commerce online shopping businesses.

The Opportunity

Kick-start your new career in 2025 with Dematic and join our industry leading Apprenticeship Program.

We are currently offering apprenticeships in:

  • Mechanical - (Cert III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade)

Upon completion, you will be fully certified, with experience in complex industrial environments and have access to a variety of career options across the national Dematic business including: Field Service or On-site Maintenance Technician, Controls Engineer, Electrical Engineer or Project Site Supervisor positions.

About You

We are keen to hear from you if you are:

  • A current 2nd or 3rd Year Mechanical Apprentice who is part way through an apprenticeship or a mature age 2nd or 3rd Year Mechanical Apprentice seeking a career change to start 2025

  • Motivated and willing to learn, with a genuine interest for all things Mechanical

  • Passionate about robotics, gadgets, gidgets, gaming, automation, electronics, mechanical systems or cars

  • A good communicator with strengths in mathematics or science

  • A positive attitude, and willingness to tackle anything that comes your way

  • An Australian citizen or a permanent resident of Australia with full working rights

  • A current Driver’s License and own transport is preferred

Our Application Process

  • Step One – Apply! Easy peasy! Please submit your current resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you would like to be an apprentice with us.  Please also include either your most recent school report or TAFE transcripts.  APPLICATIONS CLOSE:  06 September 2024

  • Step Two – An informal initial phone chat to get to know you a little better

  • Step Three – Face to face interview and pre-employment checks.  This includes medical with drug and alcohol testing, police background checks and references. 

  • The Grand Finale – the formal offer, with a start date 13th January 2025

Don’t miss this rare opportunity! To apply, please click the 'Apply' button below.

Dematic is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all areas of employment including recruitment, selection, promotion, training etc. and in accordance with federal and state legislation, Dematic Pty Ltd (Dematic or the Company) promotes a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.