Engineering Apprenticeship Mechanical (Fitter)

• Gain a Certificate III Engineering (Fitter)


• Government hosted opportunity with the council


• Long term career opportunity


• Salary sacrifice benefits + 2 RDO's a month


• January 2025 commencement

Community Solutions are proud to be partnering with Cassowary Coast Regional Council & are currently seeking talent as part of the councils annual traineeship & Apprenticeship program. With 8 vacancies across 4 different industries, now is an exciting time to take your ambitions to a new level and start your career with skilled & dedicated industry leaders who will guide & train you; whilst you gain your qualification. 

We are seeking a candidate with a genuine interest to commence their career as an Engineering Apprentice (Fitter); that will be based in Innisfail on the Cassowary Coast

The successful candidate will have passion to work in this industry, and be able to demonstrate a safety-first mindset & approach with a commitment to complete the full term of this 4 year apprenticeship.  The Key outcome of this apprenticeship will be water and sewerage mechanical maintenance.

The Apprenticeship will involve:

• Assist with mechanical maintenance, fault diagnosis, repairs and installation of pumps at Sewer Pump Stations, Treatment Plants & Water Pump Stations.


• Assist with general repairs using MIG, MMAW and OAW processes


• Ensure secure, safe and proper operations of assigned tools, equipment and plant


• Assist with precision fitting using metal lathe, radical drill, hydraulic presses, cut-off machine, bench grinder, hand and power tools and overhead gantry


• Daily physical exertion such as bending, twisting, climbing, lifting, pulling or pushing heavy materials

Requirements:

• Manual Driver’s licence and reliable transport


• Construction White Card, or willing to obtain


• Have a sound understanding and knowledge of the trade


• Work experience or Certificate II Engineering is advantageous


• Understand the importance of workplace health and safety


• Have strong communication skills


• Display an eagerness to work and highly motivated


• Have good hand-eye coordination


• Confident use of hand and power tools, welding and drilling machines


• Ability to comply with drug and alcohol testing requirements, prior to commencement and during employment.

Who We Are?
Community Solutions is a non-for-profit organisation operating as a commercial business, providing apprentices and trainees to a variety of different businesses throughout Queensland. We provide apprentices and trainees important career guidance and opportunity to earn while they learn. Dedicated Field Officers are assigned to apprentices and trainees to provide ongoing support to completing their chosen trade qualification.

What can we offer you?

• Salary Packaging Benefits! Package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free. Less tax = more take home pay for you!


• In addition to your tax-free benefit, you can also use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, holiday accommodation etc.)


• A weekly wage paid to you directly by Community Solutions which includes allowances and possible overtime


• Leave entitlements inc. Annual Leave Personal Leave and Rostered day off each month


• Mentoring, ongoing support and regular visits from your committed Field Officer


• Ability to obtain a certification and upskill with a vast range of industry experience, operator tickets, and licences


• An Employee Assistance Program - a free and confidential phone-based counselling service available 

So what's next...

If this is the opportunity for you, the click ‘Apply Now’ below. Please note, if you have recently completed a Certificate III in Engineering or higher, you may not qualify for this traineeship.  You must also be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

We can't wait to hear from you. This opportunity is open to all ages, 2024 school leavers are encouraged to apply!

Community Solutions encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. This includes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse), the LGBTQI+ community, and people with disability. We value inclusivity and are committed to adjusting our recruitment process to ensure accessibility and support of an applicant's needs.