Mechanical Fitting Apprenticeship - Yancoal | 2027 Intake

Programmed, in partnership with Yancoal, is committed to upskilling the local Hunter Valley community by offering an exciting four-year Mechanical Fitting Apprenticeship , commencing in January 2027.

Based at Yancoal's Mount Thorley Warkworth (MTW) mine , approximately 10km southwest of Singleton, this is a fantastic opportunity for motivated individuals looking to kickstart a hands-on career in the mining industry.

Working within MTW's two world-class Coal Handling and Preparation Plants (CHPPs), you'll gain valuable experience maintaining, repairing and troubleshooting a range of mechanical equipment while learning from experienced tradespeople in a safety-focused environment.

About the Role

As a Mechanical Fitting Apprentice, you'll develop practical skills and knowledge across a range of mechanical maintenance activities.

Throughout your apprenticeship, you may gain experience in:

Assisting with the maintenance, servicing and repair of mechanical equipment and machinery

Learning to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical faults

Working with mechanical components, tools and equipment

Assisting with preventative maintenance and inspections

Developing an understanding of mechanical systems and safe work practices

Working alongside qualified tradespeople in a hands-on mining setting

Benefits Include

Working with a safety-focused and supportive team

Gaining a nationally recognised trade qualification

Learning from experienced and qualified tradespeople within the mining industry

Ongoing coaching, mentoring and support from both Programmed and Yancoal

Exposure to a broad range of mechanical equipment, systems and maintenance activities

Competitive wages





Inherent Requirements of Employment

Must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident

Must hold a current driver's licence or have plans to obtain one within the first 12 months

Completion of HSC is desirable but not essential

Must reside within a one-hour drive of Yancoal's Mount Thorley Warkworth mine site

Recent school leavers must upload their two most recent school reports

Shortlisted candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing

About You

We're looking for motivated individuals who have a genuine interest in mechanical fitting and enjoy working with their hands.

The ideal candidate will have:

A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn An interest in mechanics, machinery and how things work

Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Strong communication and teamwork skills A commitment to workplace safety A genuine interest in building a long-term career in the mining industry

If you're mechanically minded, enjoy hands-on work and are ready to kickstart your career, we'd love to hear from you!

Who we are

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 environment 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.

So it's over to you. If you would like to join our team, APPLY now.

To learn more about working with Programmed, we encourage you to visit our website. Please click here to apply.

📌 Mechanical Fitting Apprenticeship - Yancoal | 2027 Intake (Mount Thorley)
🏢 Yara Lawand
📍 Mount Thorley