Apprenticeship - Engineering Mechanical (Fitter Focus) Shipbuilding Employment Pathways (SEP)

3 days ago

Adelaide, South Australia PEER Full time
Overview

Apprenticeship - Engineering Mechanical (Fitter Focus) Shipbuilding Employment Pathways (SEP) – PEER

Location: PEER, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

What you will do
  • Undertake a 4-year Apprenticeship leading to a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical with a fitter and machinist focus.
  • Gain nationally accredited training delivered through the PEER Group Training Organisation (GTO) at Albert Park in collaboration with TAFE SA (Regency Campus).
  • Complete onsite work placements with employers in the defence industry across South Australia.
  • Receive mentorship and support from a dedicated Apprentice and Trainee Supervisor, PEER team, Mas National, TAFE SA, and host employers.
Intake and Program Details
  • Intake 4 commencing on 22 September.
  • 4-year program with wages in line with the National Training Wage, including annual leave, personal leave, and superannuation.
  • Earn while you learn and build hands-on experience in the defence industry, focusing on nuclear-powered submarine, naval shipbuilding, and sustainment enterprises.
Who this is for
  • Motivated individuals who are punctual, well-presented, reliable, and committed to completing a 4-year apprenticeship.
  • Health and Safety focused, good team players, with problem-solving skills, manual dexterity, and basic computer literacy and numeracy.
About the Role and Organisation
  • PEER is a non-profit, industry-based Group Training Organisation (GTO) and an award-winning Registered Training Organisation (RTO) delivering nationally accredited training packages in South Australia.
  • PEER collaborates with the Commonwealth and South Australian Governments and TAFE SA to support defence industry pathways.
  • PEER aims to support apprentices to secure employment after completion; 98% of PEER apprentices secure employment in their chosen field at the conclusion of their studies.
Benefits and Requirements
  • Competitive wage in line with the National Training Wage, with entitlements such as annual and personal leave and superannuation.
  • Pre-employment checks may include aptitude testing, reference checks, national police check, citizenship check, working with children check, and medical (drug and alcohol) testing.
  • Security clearance eligibility required due to defence orientation of the role (defined by AGSVA guidelines).
Who We Are
  • PEER is a non-profit, industry-based organisation, a Group Training Organisation (GTO) and a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) delivering training to meet skill development needs in SA.
How to Apply/Notes
  • Applications close Friday 8 August. Shortlisted applicants may be contacted sooner.
  • For more information, contact Melanie Ryan: Talent and Industry Engagement Lead, defence@peer.com.au.
Qualifications and Employment Type
  • Job function: Management and Manufacturing
  • Industries: Education Management
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Seniority level: Not Applicable

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