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Position Overview:
Golden West Apprenticeships, in partnership with Millmerran Power Station, is looking for individuals who don’t just want a job, they want to understand how things move, connect, and perform.

This apprenticeship combines real-world training on live plant and precision machinery with nationally recognised qualifications in Mechanical Engineering (Fitting & Turning). You’ll work beside experienced tradespeople who’ll help you turn that curiosity into a career. We’re calling on hands-on problem solvers, natural tinkerers, and team players ready to learn, listen, and take pride in their craft.

Ask Yourself…
• When something breaks, do you want to know why?
• Do you enjoy figuring out how pieces fit together — from engines to everyday tools?
• Are you the type who’d rather build it than buy it?
• Do you see yourself as someone who learns by doing?
If these questions sound like you, this trade could be your perfect fit.

The apprenticeship will commence in January 2026.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Precision fitting, assembly, and machining of metal components.
• Diagnosing faults and performing maintenance on mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Reading and working from engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Setting up and operating lathes, mills, and grinders.
• Understanding tolerances, measurements, and mechanical principles.
You’ll learn to see the detail others miss, the essence of a great tradesperson.

Essential Criteria:
• A Driver’s Licence (or ability to obtain one).
• An interest in mechanics, machinery, or engineering.
• Reliability and curiosity the kind that keeps you asking questions.
• A commitment to working safely, learning continuously, and showing up ready to contribute.
• The ability to think, not just do because great tradespeople solve problems, not just complete tasks.
• Highly regarded are candidates that have any previous exposure to tools, machinery, or trade environments.
• VET or pre-apprenticeship training in mechanical, manufacturing, or engineering streams.
• 2025 Year 12 school leavers and mature aged applicants are encouraged to apply.
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Desirable Criteria:
- Work experience in your chosen industry

Position Requirements:
To fulfil the requirements of Fitting and Turning Apprenticeship with Golden West Apprenticeships you will:

- Abide by the terms and conditions of the Training Contract.
- Complete Golden West Apprenticeships inductions.
- Perform work in a satisfactory manner.
- Commit to and complete the Training Plan in the timeframe allocated by completing theory based assessments and demonstrating skills through competency based assessments to the best of your ability.
- Comply with registration relevant to your field of work, in particular the Further Education and Training Act and the Work Health and Safety Act.