Apprentice Fitter

• Are you looking to kick start your career as a fitter?
• Complete a 4-year Apprenticeship (Certificate III Engineering - Mechanical)
• Join a supportive and collaborative team!

About the role

Join a supportive and collaborative team at the City of Coffs Harbour and embark on a rewarding career as a Fitter by completing a four (4) year apprenticeship in Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical with our Mechanical and Electrical Services team with the City of Coffs Harbour (the City)'s water and wastewater operations as the principal responsibility.

Gain hands-on experience and foundational knowledge about installation, upgrading, and maintaining plant and equipment. Be guided and supported on how to safely and competently carry out maintenance and repairs under the supervision of the City's tradespeople.

If you have a natural desire to understand how things work and have attention to detail, we want to hear from you!

For more info, take a look at the attached Position Description, or click here for answers to commonly asked questions about Traineeships.

About you?

We're looking for someone who demonstrates a high level of written and verbal numeracy and literacy skills, is willing to undertake TAFE study outside of normal work hours, has a strong mechanical aptitude, and enjoys working as part of a team.

Essential requirements for this position include a NSW Record of School Achievement (RoSA) or equivalent and a National Construction Industry Induction (White Card).

What's on offer?

• $803.30 per week + 11.5 % Superannuation (for candidates 18 years or over)
• Allowances as applicable
• Temporary four (4) year position - 38 hours per week.
• Flexible start date.
• Scope for performance-based salary increases in line with the completion of studies.
• Support throughout your studies and reimbursements for learning materials and textbooks.
• Ongoing training and development throughout your qualification.

About us

The City of Coffs Harbour strives to ensure the community and visitors can enjoy and grow the City's opportunities. We empower our people to innovate and work collaboratively with accountability and respect at the core of our approach.

This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a dynamic organisation and a thriving community in one of NSW's most beautiful regions. Check out the benefits of living on the Coffs Coast

Want to chat?

Please reach out to Steve Dines, Coordinator Mechanical on steven.dines@chcc.nsw.gov.au or via phone 0407 553 225 to discuss the role in more detail.

If you have any queries around your application or the recruitment process, then you can reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team via email at recruitment@chcc.nsw.gov.au

Want to apply?

The application process and further details, including the Position Description, can be found on our Careers Page: https://coffsharbour.recruitmenthub.com.au/Positions-Vacant/

The City of Coffs Harbour is committed to the principles of employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages and backgrounds to apply.