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Apprentice Mechanical FittersNepean • Mackay, Queensland, Australia
Apprentice Mechanical Fitters

Apprentice Mechanical Fitters

Nepean • Mackay, Queensland, Australia
8 days ago
Job description

  • 2027 Apprenticeship Intake
  • NEPEAN Conveyors located in Mackay QLD
  • Kick start your mechanical trade career!

Are you mechanically minded hands-on and ready to build a trade career with a successful local organisation that has a global reach across six continents NEPEAN Conveyors is now inviting motivated future tradespeople to apply for our 2027 Apprentice Mechanical Fitter intake based in Mackay QLD.

As part of the long-established NEPEAN group youll join a proudly Australian business that supports mining and heavy industry through large-scale conveyor and materials handling solutions. This apprenticeship opportunity is a chance to learn from experienced tradespeople work with real equipment and develop the practical skills that can set you up for a long-term career in mechanical fitting.

About the opportunity

This fixed-term apprenticeship runs for up to four years and is designed to support you as you learn the assembly disassembly maintenance and overhaul of underground mining materials handling equipment. By the end of the apprenticeship you will have the opportunity to become a qualified Fitter & Turner and build a strong foundation for a career in the mechanical trade.

Youll gain exposure to conveyor components gearboxes driveline equipment winching equipment hydraulic power packs and hydraulic-driven equipment while learning how to work safely and accurately in a busy workshop environment.

What youll learn

  • How to read blueprints drawings and specifications to understand job requirements.
  • How to operate workshop tools machinery and equipment used in mechanical fitting.
  • Assembly disassembly and overhaul of underground conveyor components gearboxes and mechanical drive assemblies.
  • Hydraulic fault finding repair and maintenance of hydraulic power packs and related equipment.
  • How to plan work compile material lists record job hours and support day-to-day workshop duties.
  • Safe work practices WH&S requirements and how to contribute positively in a team environment.

Why join NEPEAN Conveyors

  • Earn while you learn with above-Award apprentice pay.
  • Develop real mechanical trade skills through hands-on workshop experience and structured learning.
  • Learn from qualified Fitters who will mentor you and help you build technical confidence.
  • Work locally in Mackay while contributing to equipment and projects connected to mining and heavy industry.
  • Join a successful local employer with strong Australian roots and global reach across six continents.
  • Be part of a supportive team that values safety initiative teamwork reliability and a willingness to learn.

Who were looking for

Were looking for enthusiastic reliable and safety-minded applicants with mechanical aptitude initiative and a genuine interest in learning a trade. Youll enjoy practical hands-on work be comfortable working as part of a team and be willing to learn from experienced tradespeople in a busy workshop environment. Completion of Year 12 is required and previous school-based work experience or a Certificate in Engineering Pathways will be highly regarded.

Ready to start your career

If youre ready to turn your mechanical aptitude into a trade get paid while you learn and grow with a successful local organisation that reaches customers around the world apply for the NEPEAN Conveyors 2027 Apprentice Mechanical Fitter intake in Mackay.


Employment Type : Trainee
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Hourly Salary Salary: 20 - 22

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