Apprentice Mechanical Fitter

Nambucca Valley Council

Salary range $758.13 - $877.83 per week + super
9-day fortnight
Temporary, Full Time - 4 Year contract

Kick start your career in a mechanical trade with Nambucca Valley Council. We are seeking a motivated Apprentice Mechanical Fitter to join our Water and Sewerage team.

This role offers the opportunity to develop practical skills, gain hands on experience and learn from qualified skilled tradespeople and complete your Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade.

About the role:

As an Apprentice Mechanical Fitter, you will assist in installation, maintenance and repair of pump machinery and other mechanical equipment essential to Council's water supply and sewerage systems. You will also gain experience in metal fabrication, welding and pipework installation, while learning to safely operate within a professional engineering environment.

Key duties include

Assist with breakdown maintenance, inspections, testing and scheduled maintenance
Supporting qualified electricians in building and installing switchgear, electrical machinery and instrumentation
Learning to work with electrical control and communication equipment (including PLC's, VSD'S, telemetry units and more)
Completing all apprenticeship training requirements, including TAFE
Maintaining a strong focus on workplace health and safety

Requirements for the role

A willingness and ability to undertake a Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade
Current Class C Drivers Licence
WHS Construction Induction Card or willingness and ability to obtain prior to commencement
First Aid Certificate, Confined Space, Working at Heights and Electrical Awareness certificate or a willingness to obtain within 6 months of commencement with Council's assistance
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Computer literacy including experience using digital/cloud-based applications
Demonstrated application of Work Health and Safety concepts such as conducting risk assessments

What we can offer