Apprentice Fitter

Job description

Kickstart your engineering trade career with hands ‑ on experience in the meat industry. We’re looking for a motivated Apprentice Fitter to join the JBS Rockhampton Plant Maintenance team and learn from experienced tradespeople while working on unique and large ‑ scale industrial equipment. About the Role: You’ll support our maintenance team with mechanical maintenance, repairs and breakdowns across key plant equipment. This role is practical, safety ‑ focused and ideal for someone who enjoys problem ‑ solving, working with tools and learning a trade on the job. Your day to day responsibilities will include: - Following WH&S procedures and helping identify workplace hazards - Assisting with mechanical maintenance, inspections and repairs - Supporting breakdown response under supervision to minimise downtime - Using hand and power tools, measuring equipment and machinery safely - Assisting with fault ‑ finding on conveyors, gearboxes, pumps and rotating equipment - Communicating with maintenance and production teams - Helping source parts and assist with planned maintenance and small improvement projects About You: - Interest in completing a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanic...