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Employment type: Fixed-term, full time (35 hours per week)
Duration: Up to 4 years

Remuneration: Well above award rates + leave loading + 17% superannuation
Location: UNSW Canberra, ADFA Campus

About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place.

At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.

Why Your Role Matters:

This exciting role for a 1st or 2nd year apprentice Fitter and Machinist offers the opportunity to work in modern, well-equipped workshops to obtain a trade certificate in Fitting and Machining. The successful applicant will gain experience in general, precision, and computerised (CNC) machining, grinding, sheet metal work, general fabrication and specialised welding facilities.

The role will consist of on-the-job training at UNSW Canberra and classroom education delivered by TAFE. The successful applicant will be required to travel interstate each month to attend a 5-day teaching block. Transport and accommodation costs will be covered by UNSW Canberra.

Responsibilities:





- Undertake duties associated with learning the trade of fitting and machining
- Undertake duties associated with the learning of skills associated with metal fabrication, welding, sheet metal work and carpentry.
- Undertake instructional training at a registered technical college to learn the trade of fitting and machining.
- Perform other relevant duties as assigned by the Workshop Supervisor.

Who You Are (skills and experience):

- Year 10 certificate (or equivalent)
- A demonstrated aptitude and interest in mechanical technology, metalwork, or woodwork
- Capacity and willingness to work as part of a team
- Capacity to fulfil both on the job and TAFE training components
- Excellent attention to detail.

Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.

- Additional three days leave during December festive period
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
- Free gym access
- UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at commencement of employment and must have completed a minimum Year 10 Certificate (or equivalent) with studies in mathematics, science, English and industrial arts to meet TAFE entry requirements for apprentice tradesperson course (Fitting and machining).

Applicants require a demonstrated aptitude and interest in mechanical technology, metalwork or woodwork, a capacity to fulfil on the job training, be able to work as part of a team and be able to accept close supervision and instruction.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencement in this role. The checks that will be undertaken are listed in the Position Description. You will not be required to provide any further documentation or information regarding the checks until directly requested by UNSW.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work

📌 Apprentice-Fitter/Machinist (Canberra)
🏢 UNSW International
📍 Canberra