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Apprentice Mechanical Fitter Date: May 30, 2024
Location: Parkhurst, QLD, AU, 4702
Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position
Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including TimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.
About the role: Are you ready to kickstart your mining career in the heavy manufacturing industry? Have you been thinking about embarking on a trade as a mechanical fitter?
Komatsu invites passionate and enthusiastic individuals of all ages, genders, and backgrounds to embark on a rewarding journey as a Mechanical Fitting Apprentice.
We support you as you undertake four years of nationally recognised training, completing your Cert III – Engineering (Mechanical), while being paid to perfect your skills in our state-of-the-art workshops. Under the guidance of world-class tradespeople with over 25 years of experience, you'll gain hands-on experience in mechanical fitting, equipment maintenance, rebuilds, and equipment assembly.
As an Apprentice Mechanical Fitter, You will learn how to: Assemble, test, rebuild, and repair mechanical components specific to Komatsu's range of Underground mining equipment including Miners, Longwalls, Roof Supports and Shuttle cars. Learn troubleshooting of mechanical issues across Hydraulics, Machine shop, gearbox, electric motors with a rotation plan allowing you to see each workshop in detail throughout your 4 years. Read machine schematics and detailed equipment drawings. Implement and follow comprehensive safety processes and quality control measures. Gain units towards a certificate in Business, Verification of competencies on a range of hand tools and units in public speaking and Leadership. What we need from you: A genuine interest and passion for all things mechanical Willingness to learn and a strong attention to detail Driver's License and/or access to your own reliable transport to and from site. Understanding of the Komatsu Underground business and our equipment. Demonstrate a commitment to fulfilling and successfully passing all practical and theory-based study requirements of your Apprenticeship. Basic understanding of hand tools Benefits - Why work for Komatsu: Access to up to $500 worth of new tools using our Apprentice Tool Allowance each year of your apprenticeship. Get paid while you learn at a leading Global OEM. Discounted corporate rates with HCF and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program with total wellbeing solution provider Hunterlink. Discounts on Apple, Dell, Lenovo, Microsoft products, Toyota & Orix products. Access to discounts at over 400 retailers Australia wide through our employee rewards and recognition program. Our recruitment process: Step 1: Apply online by sending your cover letter, resume, school results.
Step 2: If deemed successful, you will be invited to complete a game-based assessment (technical, safety, personality) and undertake a phone screening with our partners at Maxwell Recruitment.
Step 3: Successful applicants will be invited to attend the local site for an interview, participate in group activities and other tasks.
Step 4: Shortlisted applicants will then be required to conduct a medical assessment, drug and alcohol screen, functional assessment, and reference checks.
Step 5: Successful applicants will receive an offer prior to proceeding to the onboarding stage.
Step 6: Congratulations! Our HR & Apprentices Co-Ordinator will prepare you for the commencement of your apprenticeship in 2025.
Additional Information There's no time to hesitate as applications close on 28 June 2024 so go ahead and submit your application by clicking APPLY NOW.
Important Note: Komatsu Underground have partnered with Maxwell Recruitment to support our selection process. All information will be collected and treated in accordance with the Privacy Act. Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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