Electrical Apprentices

Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including TimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.
Job Overview
Are you a third or fourth year electrical apprentice who is looking to partner with a company that can offer you the opportunity to build an ongoing career within the manufacturing and mining industries?

We are currently seeking to recruit apprentices who would like to join our Underground Mining Apprentice Program. This unique opportunity will provide training within our modern workshop facility based in Rutherford and will allow you the opportunity to work with a global OEM.

Whilst undertaking the Program, you will learn how to repair and rebuild Joy Underground Mining equipment, receive specific product training, developed and delivered by our qualified in-house trainers, as well as having the opportunity to undertake site rotations working at our customer’s mine site, experiencing firsthand an underground mining environment. This opportunity will allow you to become not only a qualified tradesperson but an industry ready tradesperson and future mine based Service Engineer, working with a global OEM.
Key Job Responsibilities
Demonstrated commitment to safety.
Undertake trade training and specialist product training in line with RTO and OEM requirements.
Inspect products and/or materials for conformity utilising established operational standards.
Perform trade related tasks under supervision either individually or in a team environment.
Perform non-trade tasks which are incidental to your work.

Qualifications/Requirements
An individual who has a strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
A genuine interest in pursuing a career in your chosen trade with Komatsu.
Apprentices who have completed the first two years in Certificate III Electrotechnology
An aptitude for technical / electrical work and a desire to continue learning.
Well developed written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Willingness to travel and work away from home.

Komatsu Benefits
12 weeks paid primary carer parental leave
Discounts on Apple, Dell, Lenovo and Microsoft products
Recognition and awards, opportunity to complete recognised Cert III courses, Diploma’s in Leadership & Management, and an Educational Support Program
Employee Referral Program offering a bonus of $5,000 if you successfully refer someone for a role
Discounted corporate rates with HCF health fund and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program with total wellbeing solution provider Hunterlink
Discounts with Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Kennards Hire, Bridgestone and Orix
Discounts with Avis, Qantas, Crown Hotels, IHG and travel agents

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.