The Opportunity

Fremantle Hydraulics is seeking a motivated 2nd or 3rd Year Mechanical Fitter Apprentice to join its highly skilled team in Henderson, WA.

This is an excellent opportunity to continue your apprenticeship with an industry leader in hydraulic equipment and system design, manufacture, sales and servicing. Since 1992, Fremantle Hydraulics has been innovating and improving fluid-powered machinery for the defence, marine and offshore, mining, and transport industries.

Located at the Australian Marine Complex, Fremantle Hydraulics operates a state-of-the-art workshop featuring advanced manufacturing equipment, the latest computer-aided design technology, testing facilities, and purpose-built machinery.

This role is ideal for an apprentice looking to transfer their training contract and further develop their skills in a specialised hydraulic engineering environment.

Job Details

As a 2nd or 3rd Year Mechanical Fitter Apprentice, you will continue developing your trade skills while gaining valuable hands-on experience working alongside experienced tradespeople and hydraulic specialists.

Your duties will include:

- Dismantling, repairing and assembling hydraulic and mechanical components
- Performing fault finding and diagnostics on hydraulic systems and equipment
- Using hand, power and precision measuring tools
- Conducting general machining and fitting tasks
- Installing, testing and maintaining hydraulic components and systems
- Reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications
- Following safe work practices and isolation procedures





This opportunity allows you to continue and complete your MEM30219 Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (Fitting) while gaining exposure to specialised hydraulic systems and precision engineering projects.

You'll work on a diverse range of equipment and systems used across the defence, marine, mining and transport sectors, providing valuable experience in a highly specialised field.

Benefits

- Full time employment with paid annual and personal leave
- Access to 1:1 mentoring and ongoing support throughout your apprenticeship
- Opportunity to learn from experienced tradespeople and industry specialists
- Exposure to specialised hydraulic systems and equipment
- Work in a modern, well-equipped workshop environment
- Diverse and challenging work across multiple industries
- Potential eligibility for Australian Apprenticeship support and incentive programs (subject to government criteria)

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Currently undertaking a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (Fitting) and be in your 2nd or 3rd year of apprenticeship
- Demonstrated experience working in a workshop, manufacturing or industrial environment
- Sound mechanical aptitude and a genuine passion for the trade
- Experience using hand and power tools
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- A commitment to workplace safety and quality workmanship
- Current driver's licence
- The ability to successfully pass a Pre-employment Medical and Drug & Alcohol Screen

If you're looking to take the next step in your apprenticeship and gain valuable experience with a respected hydraulic engineering business, we'd love to hear from you.

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