Apprentice Mechanical Fitter

**Location**:
Rochedale

Employment Type:
WG - Wage

Department:
QLD BRICKS MAINTENACE MANAGER

**Salary**:
Competitive Salary + Great Benefits

Closing Date:
20/09/2024
- Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will be trained to be responsible for performing maintenance operations for all machines to ensure reliability of the equipment. You will also become responsible for emergency, corrective and preventative maintenance, continuous improvement and project work across the site.

**You will be trained to**:
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- Perform routine inspections of all systems and equipment.
- Perform routine repair work and other work of a general maintenance nature.
- Establish and communicate the level of quality in the performance of maintenance tasks.
- Ensure safety and promote safe practices, compliant with WHS policies and procedures.
- Work independently as well as part of the team.
- Assist production where required.
- Carry out general fabrication work.

**Success Requirements**:
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- Completed year 10 or equivalent.
- Enthusiasm for a career in maintenance and mechanics.
- Willingness to learn and obtain a trade qualification in Fitter/Machinist or Maintenance Fitter.
- Strong commitment to following company policies and procedures.
- Willingness to learn and understand schematic drawings, plans and specifications.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- A commitment to workplace safety and compliance.

**Why join us?**

**- Charitable Partnership**: Proudly support Children’s Cancer Institute (CCI).
**- Inclusivity**:We value diversity and maintain an inclusive workplace.
**- Family Support**:Enjoy our company parental leave scheme.
- **Employee Benefits**: Join the Brickworks Employee Share Plan (for eligible employees).

**- Recognition**:Celebrate success with Employee of the Year and Values Recognition Programs.
**- Growth**: Ongoing education, training, and career progression opportunities for all employees.
**- Support**: Access support programs for you and your family through our EAP provider.
**- Discounts**: Product Discounts are provided for staff and family and friends of staff.

**Who we are**

Brickworks is one of the Australia’s largest and most diverse building material manufacturers, housing some of Australia’s best-known building material brands.

With a broad product portfolio including clay bricks & pavers, concrete masonry blocks, stone, roof tiles, and timber battens; Brickworks operates manufacturing and sales facilities across Australia and North America, being uniquely placed to service the demands of the building industry.
Part of the Brickworks Group, Austral Bricks is Australia’s largest, best-known and most efficient clay brick and paver manufacturer. Founded in 1908 Austral Bricks has a well-established national presence with manufacturing and sales facilities in every state. It has long been at the forefront of product innovation and efficient, sustainable production. The introduction of robotic brick handling equipment and the ongoing pursuit of energy and resource efficiencies has enabled Austral Bricks to maintain its competitive edge.

**How to Apply**

You will need to be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident to apply.