Apprentice Mechanical Fitter - Tronox Chandala
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Join a team that empowers you to achieve your fullest potential.
Ready to start a career where you can learn, grow and make an impact?
Programmed Apprenticeships & Traineeships, in partnership with Tronox, is offering an exciting opportunity to join the team at Tronox's Chandala operations as an Apprentice Mechanical Fitter.
Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll work towards a nationally recognised Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (MEM*****) while gaining valuable hands‐on experience in a large-scale operational environment.
Working alongside experienced tradespeople, you'll receive structured on‐the‐job training, guidance and mentoring while developing the practical and technical skills required to build a successful career as a Mechanical Fitter.
Build your skills. Build your career.
As an Apprentice Mechanical Fitter, you'll gain practical experience maintaining, repairing and working with the mechanical equipment and systems that support Tronox's operations.
Throughout Your Apprenticeship, You'll Have The Opportunity To
Complete a Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (MEM*****)
Gain practical, hands‐on experience maintaining mechanical plant and equipment
Learn to interpret drawings and assist with the installation, troubleshooting, repair and modification of mechanical equipment
Develop skills across both workshop and operational environments
Learn from experienced tradespeople and industry professionals
Develop your technical, problem‐solving and fault‐finding capabilities
Build strong knowledge of workplace safety, maintenance practices and procedures




Build the foundations for a rewarding career in the resources and processing industry
What you'll bring
We're looking for someone who is motivated, reliable and genuinely interested in developing a career in the mechanical trade. You'll bring a willingness to learn, an interest in how mechanical equipment works and, most importantly, a strong commitment to working safely.
To Be Considered, You Will Need
Completion of secondary schooling
Successful completion of a relevant pre‐apprenticeship in mechanical, construction or engineering is highly desirable
A genuine interest in mechanical fitting, maintenance and hands‐on work
A proactive attitude and willingness to learn and follow instructions
Strong attention to detail and problem‐solving skills
Good verbal and written communication skills
A reliable, positive and safety‐focused approach to work
An interest in practical, hands‐on work within a team environment
Good computer literacy and a willingness to learn new systems
The ability to successfully complete a pre‐employment medical assessment and drug and alcohol screening
Your workplace - Tronox Chandala
Your apprenticeship will be based at Tronox's Chandala operations near Muchea, approximately 57 kilometres north‐east of the Perth CBD. There is no public transport to site, so reliable personal transport is essential.




This is a residential position, meaning you'll return home after each shift and there is no camp accommodation onsite. The successful applicant will live within a reasonable commuting distance of Chandala.
Tronox is a fully integrated titanium minerals producer and pigment manufacturer with operations across Western Australia and around the world. In Western Australia, Tronox extracts and processes mineral sands into valuable products supplied to international markets.
Tronox is committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive workplace where different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.
Ready to see what you can achieve?
An apprenticeship is more than a qualification - it's an opportunity to learn a trade, gain real industry experience and build the foundations for a rewarding career.
If you're motivated to learn, enjoy practical and mechanical work and want to be part of a team that will support you to develop and grow, we want to hear from you.
Applications close: Sunday, 25^th October ****
Please note: Programmed reserves the right to close applications before the advertised closing date.
As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.
At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.
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