Mechanical Apprenticeship Program

Kestrel/WorkPac

• Full-Time 4-year Apprenticeship Mechanical.

• Receive all the benefits of Full-Time employment i.e. job stability and leave entitlements.

• Local to Emerald

About the Client

Kestrel Mine is located 40km north of Emerald in Queensland's Bowen Basin, and is one of the world's largest producing metallurgical coal mines. Kestrel Mine has been in operation since 1992 and has an approved life of mine until 2033 and reserves to 2046 with the potential to increase further. Kestrel Coal Resources has operated the mine since 2018 and was awarded the Australian Mining Monthly (AMM) Mine of the Year in 2019.

About the Role

We are currently seeking applications for Mechanical Fitter apprenticeships at Kestrel Mine starting in January 2025.

You will have the opportunity to enter a full-time apprenticeship and gain training and hands-on experience both on and off site to give you a head start in your career. You will be taught the latest industry skills by highly experienced supervisors and trades people at Kestrel Coal. Upon completion of your apprenticeship, you will be qualified, experienced and walk away with a Nationally Accredited Qualification which will be recognised across all Industries.

During your apprenticeship you will be employed by WorkPac and work at Kestrel Mine where you will learn about the mechanical work on an underground mine site and receive all the benefits of full-time employment that WorkPac offer.

This apprenticeship is a training arrangement for a four-year duration. The training combines practical experience at work with complementary off-site-job training with a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).

To be successfully considered for this role, you should have:

• Right to work in Australia.

• Currently reside in Emerald or be willing to relocate for these residential opportunities.

• Ability to work a Monday to Friday roster.

• An Interest in Mechanical work with a drive to learn and develop your skills in the classroom and on the tools.

• A strong commitment to health and safety.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Be 16+ years of age. Applicants under the age of 18 will require consent from your parent or guardian.

Key dates

Applications that are progressed to the next stages of the recruitment process will be required to be available for the following:

• 25 June 2024 - Assessment Centre Day

• 3 July 2024 - Site Tour Day

• December 2024 - Onboarding Day

• January 2025 - Commence Apprenticeship

Don't wait, submit your application today!

APPLY NOW

Register with WorkPac at www.workpac.com, upload your resume and apply!

For more information contact:

Nicole Nightingale - Recruitment Coordinator

Email: nicole.nightingale@workpac.com

Applications Close 7 June 2024

Job Reference: 7414J202471

About WorkPac

WorkPac is Australia' largest privately owned workforce services business over 1.3 million registered candidates. We offer tailored solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across Mining, Construction, Healthcare and more. Our consistent promise to both candidates and clients is that choosing WorkPac is always a Good Move.

At WorkPac we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from Women and Indigenous people.