Mechanical Machining Engineering Apprenticeship at ANSTO - 2025 Commencement

Become a qualified Mechanical Machinist Engineer Certificate III Engineering - Mechanical Trade!

***Qualifications that exceed a Certificate II in Engineering - Mechanical Trade will not be suitable. ***

Australia's Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation, (ANSTO) is the home of Australia’s most significant landmark and national infrastructure for research.

Are you ready to dive into a world of innovation, precision, and hands-on Engineering abilities? We have partnered with ANSTO (Australian Nuclear Science Technology Organisation) to offer a recent school leaver the opportunity to join ANSTO as a 1st year apprentice in  Engineering (Machining).

ANSTO’s team features some of the industries most decorated and respected tradespeople.

If you embody a drive and passion for the engineering field, we invite you to apply!  

***This position is well suited for recent school leavers***

We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for these roles including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, females and those with disabilities.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a 1st year apprentice, you will be trained in using precision equipment to produce a variety of metal items for a broad range of applications. You will learn the Engineering Machining trade. The successful applicant will attend TAFE one day per week and gain their Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering - Trade qualification. Our apprentices work alongside our highly skilled and qualified trades team to gain hands on experience in all facets of the trade. 

Tasks throughout the apprenticeship include maintaining and repairing machinery, machining, milling, turning, and fitting to manufacture parts to a high standard for use across site. You will learn to read and interpret technical drawings, follow and communicate information on job instruction. Learn mechanical machining, using hand and power tools.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• Have some sort of experience in engineering, metal work during school or at home. 
• Have excellent communication, literacy and numeracy skills
• Have great attention to detail and good problem-solving skills
• Have the ability to work towards deadlines
• Be a team player and cooperate with others
• Be punctual, reliable and presentable
• Demonstrate basic knowledge and understanding of relevant workplace health and safety requirements
• Have long term career goals and commitment to complete the apprenticeship
• Successfully pass pre-employment background security checks, medical, and site inductions

APPRENTICESHIP INFORMATION

During the duration of the apprenticeship (48-months) you will be working full-time (38 hours per week), Monday to Friday learning all the skills of the trade within the working environment. 

You and will attend TAFE one day per week where you will learn theory and practical areas within the trade to gain a Certificate III Engineering - Mechanical Trade and be a qualified tradesperson at the completion of your apprenticeship. 

WHY CHOOSE THIS CAREER PATH?

Hands on learning: this opportunity allows you to gain practical experience to ensure you are well equipped with necessary skills. 

Expert Instructions: learn from qualified professionals that can mentor you through your apprenticeship. 

Become trade qualified: one day a week you’ll attend TAFE and undertake theory and practical lessons to gain a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade

Career Opportunities: Set yourself up for success with a qualification that opens doors to diverse roles in mechanical engineering.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS 

• Have basic understanding on engineering or metal work, potentially through school. 
• Must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or New Zealand Citizen
• Construction White Card 
• Must be fully vaccinated 
• Drivers Licence and Vehicle is required
• Not have any previous qualifications exceeding a Certificate II in Engineering - Mechanical Trade 

Don't miss this opportunity to start a career path into the world of mechanical engineering. Apply now and set your career path in motion! 

*** This is an ENTRY LEVEL APPRENTICESHIP***

Qualifications that exceed a Certificate II in Engineering - Mechanical Trade will not be suitable.