APA Group
Apprentice Mechanical Technician · Newman, WA
About this role
You'd be training as a Mechanical Technician Apprentice (fitter) with APA Group in Newman, WA, over a four-year apprenticeship. Day to day you'd work alongside experienced technicians doing planned and reactive maintenance, inspections and repairs on equipment. You'd also learn to service, maintain and troubleshoot equipment, help with equipment upgrades, and keep site facilities in good condition. Part of the apprenticeship means attending TAFE to complete a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (fitting), with your TAFE fees, tools and PPE all paid for.
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Length
4 years
TAFE fees
Paid for you
Relocation
Not provided
Living
Live local
Takes first-years
Yes
The honest preview
The good
- ✓TAFE fees, tools, PPE and even travel costs are all paid for you.
- ✓There's a chance of a longer career with the company after your apprenticeship ends.
What surprises people
- ?Because you'd be working on important energy infrastructure, you'll need to pass a police background check before and during the job.
- ?This job is specifically aimed at people who already live in or near Newman, a remote town in WA.
Typical for this occupation
Industry averages for a qualified Fitter General, across all employers — not this employer’s offer, and after you finish the apprenticeship, not during.
$2,243/wk
Typical weekly earnings
2%
Share who are women
Stable
Growth outlook
APA Group
Apprentice Mechanical Technician · Newman, WA
About this role
You'd be training as a Mechanical Technician Apprentice (fitter) with APA Group in Newman, WA, over a four-year apprenticeship. Day to day you'd work alongside experienced technicians doing planned and reactive maintenance, inspections and repairs on equipment. You'd also learn to service, maintain and troubleshoot equipment, help with equipment upgrades, and keep site facilities in good condition. Part of the apprenticeship means attending TAFE to complete a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (fitting), with your TAFE fees, tools and PPE all paid for.
The honest preview
The good
- ✓TAFE fees, tools, PPE and even travel costs are all paid for you.
- ✓There's a chance of a longer career with the company after your apprenticeship ends.
What surprises people
- ?Because you'd be working on important energy infrastructure, you'll need to pass a police background check before and during the job.
- ?This job is specifically aimed at people who already live in or near Newman, a remote town in WA.
Typical for this occupation
Industry averages for a qualified Fitter General, across all employers — not this employer’s offer, and after you finish the apprenticeship, not during.
$2,243/wk
Typical weekly earnings
2%
Share who are women
Stable
Growth outlook
APA Group
Apprentice Mechanical Technician · Newman, WA
About this role
You'd be training as a Mechanical Technician Apprentice (fitter) with APA Group in Newman, WA, over a four-year apprenticeship. Day to day you'd work alongside experienced technicians doing planned and reactive maintenance, inspections and repairs on equipment. You'd also learn to service, maintain and troubleshoot equipment, help with equipment upgrades, and keep site facilities in good condition. Part of the apprenticeship means attending TAFE to complete a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (fitting), with your TAFE fees, tools and PPE all paid for.
Sign in to see your fit
See how well this role matches you — your interests, your readiness, honestly scored.
Length
4 years
TAFE fees
Paid for you
Relocation
Not provided
Living
Live local
Takes first-years
Yes
The honest preview
The good
- ✓TAFE fees, tools, PPE and even travel costs are all paid for you.
- ✓There's a chance of a longer career with the company after your apprenticeship ends.
What surprises people
- ?Because you'd be working on important energy infrastructure, you'll need to pass a police background check before and during the job.
- ?This job is specifically aimed at people who already live in or near Newman, a remote town in WA.
Typical for this occupation
Industry averages for a qualified Fitter General, across all employers — not this employer’s offer, and after you finish the apprenticeship, not during.
$2,243/wk
Typical weekly earnings
2%
Share who are women
Stable
Growth outlook
APA Group
Apprentice Mechanical Technician · Newman, WA
About this role
You'd be training as a Mechanical Technician Apprentice (fitter) with APA Group in Newman, WA, over a four-year apprenticeship. Day to day you'd work alongside experienced technicians doing planned and reactive maintenance, inspections and repairs on equipment. You'd also learn to service, maintain and troubleshoot equipment, help with equipment upgrades, and keep site facilities in good condition. Part of the apprenticeship means attending TAFE to complete a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (fitting), with your TAFE fees, tools and PPE all paid for.
The honest preview
The good
- ✓TAFE fees, tools, PPE and even travel costs are all paid for you.
- ✓There's a chance of a longer career with the company after your apprenticeship ends.
What surprises people
- ?Because you'd be working on important energy infrastructure, you'll need to pass a police background check before and during the job.
- ?This job is specifically aimed at people who already live in or near Newman, a remote town in WA.
Typical for this occupation
Industry averages for a qualified Fitter General, across all employers — not this employer’s offer, and after you finish the apprenticeship, not during.
$2,243/wk
Typical weekly earnings
2%
Share who are women
Stable
Growth outlook