Apprenticeship – Mechanical Fitter

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 Assembly Workshop for a FIRST year 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 will be considered.

The ideal applicant will have a great work ethic and bring the following:

• Western Australian Certificate of Education with passes in English and Mathematics
• MEM20105 Certificate II in Engineering (Mechanical Fitter and Machinist Pre-Apprenticeship) will be highly regarded
• Tickets in Forklift, Working at Heights & Confined Space Entry an advantage
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• 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

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

What We Offer:

• A safe, supportive, and diverse working environment
• Above award apprentice rates
• 25% Loading on any remote site work.
• A rewarding company culture with regular social events, including BBQs and Sundowners
• Secure long-term employment with an established and reputable organization
• Experience with a wide range of mobile mining support equipment

First year junior apprentice flat rate of $20 per hour

First year mature apprentice flat rate of $30 per hour

Monday to Friday 6am to 4pm, occasional Saturday work 6am to 12pm

Support Vehicles Australia is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY employer and people from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

To learn more about SVA or read our Code of Conduct and Company Values, head to our website at https://www.svaust.com/code-of-conduct