Apprentice Trainer - Mechanical

About The Role:

The purpose of the role is to contribute to the vision and purpose of OneSteel Manufacturing by providing strategic support for building trade capability and ensuring apprentices have the necessary skills and competence to perform their role safely and to the required standard to deliver operational performance.

Employee Benefits: 

• Live, Work and Play in one location
• Onsite Parking
• State Government investment
• Career development
   

Domestic Relocation included for those residing outside of Whyalla, which includes: 

• Uplift of goods and relocation allowance (for individuals and immediate family)
• Travel and temporary accommodation (up to 4 weeks) 

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing, implementing and facilitating the Mechanical apprentice competency training program, with the governance framework
• Facilitating the apprentice curriculum, including practical, theoretical and assessments
• Managing the apprentice workshop environment
• Building relationships and coaching the business in the management of the process
• Demonstrate safe work behaviours through leading by example, identifying and acting on opportunities to improve safety standards and performance
• Engage with Maintenance teams to ensure appropriate and timely planning of required training

About You:

We are looking for Mechanical Trades people that have worked in an industrial environment that will lead our apprentices to reach their full potential.

• Fitter trade qualification, including Certificate III Engineering, Fitter and Turner or equivalent qualification
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience within the Fitting trade
• Experience as a facilitator and within a competency-based training environment preferred but not essential
• High level literacy, including computer literacy
• Strong communication and engagement skills
• Understanding of and training experience in a manufacturing/mining operational environment
• Demonstrated understanding of training methodologies and blended learning preferred but not essential
• Demonstrated experience in writing documents and other literacy preferred but not essential
• Understanding and experience in development of training and assessment materials

About Us:

OneSteel Manufacturing operates a mining and steel manufacturing business. As Australia’s only manufacturer of special grade billet and steel long products we provide solutions for nation-building infrastructure including rail. With State and Federal Government investment, the South Australian Mining and Steel Manufacturing assets form part of the sovereign security of Australia’s manufacturing sector.

It is our ambition to cultivate an inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds, genders, orientations, age groups, and abilities to apply. Your diversity is our strength in creating sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia's tomorrow.

We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.