APPRENTICESHIP - Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade
First Year Apprenticeship - **** Intake
Primary Work Location: Erina NSW
Gain hands-on mechanical trade experience while completing a nationally recognised qualification
Work with a supportive team committed to delivering essential Water and Sewer services
Balance your work and life with a 9-day fortnight
About the role
Council is excited to offer an Apprenticeship opportunity for a motivated person interested in gaining hands-on trade experience and technical training as an Apprentice Fitter Machinist.
The objective of the program is to develop the knowledge, skills and competence required to successfully complete the apprenticeship, with a view to establishing a rewarding career as a Fitter Machinist within the Water and Sewer industry.
General Information
The Apprenticeship program requires the successful applicant to enter into a Training Contract for four (4) years, commencing in January ****.
As part of their individual Training Plan, the apprentice will be required to undertake and complete formal trade training in Fitting Machining through a NSW TAFE Campus or Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
The successful applicant will commence as a 1st year Apprentice and will be trained under the guidance of suitably qualified supervisors and experienced tradespeople.
The role may involve rotating between work locations to build practical, on-the-job experience across different areas of Council's Water and Sewer operations.
Council offers a supportive development program, providing exposure to many facets of the trade throughout the apprenticeship.
We encourage applications from people who have a genuine interest in mechanical trades, enjoy hands-on work, and are motivated to develop their knowledge and skills while building a career as a Fitter Machinist.




Please note that employment beyond the term of the Apprenticeship is neither automatically offered nor guaranteed.
Essential Criteria
Minimum education requirement - Year 10 School Certificate or RoSA (Record of School Achievement) or equivalent leaving certificate.
Please note: Current Year 10 students are eligible to apply and if successful in selection it will be based on the proviso that they complete the Year 10 RoSA and provide documentation prior to commencement in position;
Demonstrated interest and/or experience in the chosen trade or area;
Be an Australian Citizen or granted permanent residency status
;
Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment.
Applications will be assessed based on information provided in the application.
Council receives numerous applications for Traineeships and applicants need to meet the essential criteria and clearly establish their aptitude for their chosen role.
For additional information on applying for an Traineeship role click on the following link:
Checklist for applying for a CCC Traineeship or Apprenticeship.
Applicants successful at progressing to interview will then be invited to attend a group and panel interview which will be conducted during a weekday.
Applicants shortlisted for interview will be advised via phone and e-mail.
Offer Details
The commencing salary range for this position is between $****** to $****** per week ($26,****** to $44,****** per year) dependent on age and school qualifications plus 12% superannuation
We have one temporary full time role available
This role will have access to a 9-day fortnight
This role is located at Council's Erina Depot
Want to know more?
The contact person for this role is
Chris Urquhart, Section Manager Maintenance Services
.
You can contact
Chris
on
04•• ••• 815
.
This position will close for applications at
midnight on Sunday, 23 August ****.

📌 Apprentice Fitter Machinist (New South Wales)
🏢 Central Coast Council NSW
📍 New South Wales