Hort Enterprises is a locally owned and operated engineering company with more than 30 years of industry experience. What began as an engineering support business for the agricultural sector has grown into a leading engineering operation servicing mining and industrial clients across Australia.
This is an exciting opportunity to start your career with a well-respected local employer and learn from an experienced team with a wealth of industry knowledge. The workplace is described as fun, supportive, collaborative and outgoing, with Hort ideally looking to retain the successful trainee following completion of the traineeship.
About the Traineeship
Are you finishing school, recently graduated, or looking to kick-start your career in engineering and design?
Hort Enterprises is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join their Orange team as an Engineering Drafting Trainee.
This chance is ideal for someone with an interest in engineering, design, technology, maths and computers who would like to develop a practical career within the engineering industry.
Working alongside experienced staff, you'll gain practical exposure to engineering drafting, CAD software, detailed drawings, site scoping, measuring and 3D laser scanning while developing valuable technical and workplace skills. The successful candidate will complete a Certificate IV in Engineering Drafting.
What You'll Learn
This traineeship is all about learning on the job, gaining real experience and building skills you can take with you throughout your career.
Prepare detailed engineering drawings using industry-standard CAD software
Understand steelwork fabrication and machining processes




Assist with customer site scoping and taking precise measurements
Utilise modern 3D laser scanning technology
Apply Microsoft Office programs and specialised CAD systems
Gain practical mechanical knowledge and collaborating closely with design professionals
Who We're Looking For
We encourage applications from people who:
Have an interest in engineering, drafting, design and technology
Possess sound knowledge of computer skills
Enjoy maths and practical problem-solving
Have good mechanical aptitude
Are reliable and able to manage their time effectively
Communicate clearly and can follow instructions
Are comfortable providing good customer service
Have practical skills and are keen to learn
Are comfortable with the possibility of travel to customer sites, including remote and underground locations
Are willing to undergo a pre-employment medical screening and National Police Check
Why Choose a Traineeship with Hort Enterprises?
Earn while you learn
Develop practical engineering drafting and CAD skills
Learn from experienced staff with a wealth of industry knowledge
Gain exposure to real engineering projects
Work within a fun, supportive and collaborative team
Build valuable technical, practical and customer-facing skills
Opportunity for ongoing employment, with Hort Enterprises ideally looking for the successful candidate to stay on following completion of the traineeship
Ready to Start Your Career?
If you're interested in engineering, drafting, design or technology and want to turn those interests into a career, this could be the opportunity for you.
Students, recent school leavers and applicants looking to begin a long-term career in the engineering industry are encouraged to apply.
#J-*****-Ljbffr

📌 2027 Engineering Drafting Traineeship - Hort Enterprises, Orange Nsw
🏢 Skillset
📍 Orange