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About Us At Porta Products, we’re building more than Australia’s next-generation manufacturing facility. We’re building the future of manufacturing and creating opportunities for the next generation of skilled tradespeople.

As a proudly Australian-owned family business, we’re investing in a world-leading, state-of-the-art production facility, powered by advanced automation, cutting-edge technology and creative manufacturing processes.

School-Based Engineering (Fitter) Apprenticeship

This is a unique opportunity to kick-start your trade career while completing your SACE at school. Working two days per week (Wednesday and Friday), you will gain hands-on experience alongside highly experienced tradespeople, learn from industry experts and develop practical skills in a modern manufacturing environment.

Your trade training will contribute towards your SACE, allowing you to continue your education while building a nationally recognised qualification and getting a head start on your future career.

About You

We're looking for enthusiastic students who are ready to learn, contribute and build a career in the mechanical engineering trade. Ideally, you will have:

- Commenced a Certificate II in Engineering (mechanical or fabrication)
- Completed work experience in an electrical trade, engineering or manufacturing environment
- An interest in technology, machinery and how things work
- A sound level of literacy and numeracy and the ability to apply these skills in a practical workplace




- Demonstrated commitment through school, sport, part-time work, volunteering or community involvement
- Strong attendance record, reliability and a positive attitude towards learning
- A willingness to embrace new challenges and work safely as part of a team

Most importantly, you are motivated to learn, take initiative and develop the skills needed for a successful trade career. As part of the selection process, applicants must be prepared to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment which includes functional, audiometric, drug and alcohol testing.

What's on Offer

At Porta, we're committed to developing tomorrow's tradespeople and future leaders.

You'll have the opportunity to:

- Learn from experienced tradespeople and industry professionals
- Build technical and practical skills in a modern manufacturing environment
- Gain exposure to world-leading technology, automation and advanced manufacturing systems
- Start your trade career while completing school
- Earn while you learn with above-award apprentice wages
- Be part of a business investing in the future of Australian manufacturing

This is more than an apprenticeship. It's the beginning of a career journey that could see you progress from apprentice to qualified tradesperson, and, in time, become one of tomorrow's leaders. Sound like the opportunity for you? Submit your application, including a resume and cover letter today.

Porta is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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