Support Vehicles Australia Pty Ltd (SVA) is a leading Design and Manufacture organisation supplying bespoke heavy equipment to key clients primarily in the Mining Industry within Western Australia.
An opportunity is available in our Paint/Blast Workshop for a Trades Assistant / Apprenticeship in a permanent full-time capacity at our Bassendean facility. The successful candidate will enjoy secure employment with a respected organization that produces high-quality products working on new equipment projects.
Mature Aged Apprentices also encouraged to apply.
The ideal applicant will have a great work ethic and bring the following:
- Western Australian Certificate of Education with passes in English and Mathematics
- Pre- apprenticeship courses in Vehicle Body Painting will be highly regarded
- Tickets in Forklift, Working at Heights & Confined Space Entry an advantage
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Pass a pre employment medical and proven fitness for a physical role.
- Desire to learn, take direction and follow processes
- Positive Attitude
- The ability to work well within a team environment
- Good time management skills
- Positive attitude towards safety, quality and housekeeping
As part of your apprenticeship you will:
- Sign a 3 year Training Contract to gain a Trade Certificate in Fabrication (Surface Preparation)
- Attend TAFE to complete required units.
- Learn preparation of surfaces and application coatings
- Assist and learn paint preparation techniques
- Learn and assist with grit blasting and cleaning
- Contribute to cleaning and maintaining the workshop and equipment
- Gain an understanding of safety and quality in a paint workshop.
The successful candidate will enjoy the benefits of:
- A safe and diverse working environment
- Ongoing mentoring and support from qualified tradespersons
- Exposure to working on a variety of mobile mining support service equipment
- Experience in the mining and mining services industry
- Secure employment
Working hours are Monday to Friday from 6am to 4pm, some Saturday work may be required.
Junior apprentice rates start from $20 per hour (flat rate), Mature age apprentice rates start from $30 per hour (flat rate).
Support Vehicles Australia is an equal opportunity employer and people from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.