Apprentice Maintenance Fitter

 

About Us

Established in 1946, Teys Australia is a beef processing and food production business. We are best known for providing quality Aussie beef to customers here in Australia and around the world. 

With operations across 14 locations in Qld, NSW, Victoria, and South Australia, we are the second largest beef processor and exporter in Australia, employing over 5000 passionate people who drive our success, and bring their very best to work every day. 

Together, we focus on feeding people and enriching lives. Join us!

We have an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Fitter available at our processing site in Tamworth, NSW. 

About the Role 

As an Apprentice Fitter, you will be supporting with the maintenance of production systems and machines within the site, this includes:

• Production work/process line maintenance
• Pneumatic maintenance and repair
• Hydraulics maintenance and repair
• Mechanical work
• Welding/Soldering
• Working across various areas in the plant conducting maintenance and repairs including Kill Floor, Boning Room, Render plant, Chillers and other areas as required
• Attending TAFE in week blocks from February 2027 to complete a Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting/Machining)
• Operation of equipment and machinery including power tools

You will be a full-time employee right from the start, earning a wage + super with occasional overtime, penalty rates + other great benefits!

About you

At Teys we value hard work, commitment, and reliability. We understand that as a school leaver you may have some or no previous work experience, but don’t worry we
will train you with the skills and knowledge needed for your job! 

It is essential you have the following:

• Keen interest in becoming a trade-qualified Fitter (Mechanical); if you have already started your first year, that’s ok with us!
• Year 12 school qualification/and or equivalent (Age 16+ essential)
• Q-Fever vaccinated or willing to get (essential)
• Two professional references
• Excellent communication and technical skills
• Be organised and committed, and turn up for your shift on time, every time
• Be safe and act responsibly, safety is everyone’s responsibility including you
• Be a team player and willing to help others get the job done
• Ability to undergo & pass a pre-employment medical & drug and alcohol test 

The Application Process

• After submitting your application, it will be reviewed by the Human Resource Team. They will contact you to discuss your application before organising an interview either onsite or online.
• Once past the interview stage, we will need to conduct both an aptitude and physical assessment which will help us to assess if you are physically fit for the job requirements. At this stage, we will also conduct a drug and alcohol test.
• Finally, we will conduct a Q-Fever vaccination process and you will move on to being inducted into Teys.

 

What's in it for You

• Attractive hourly rate starting from $27.63 per hour
• Access to a variety of discounts: meat products & health insurance
• Service recognition awards 
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counselling services for you and your family
• Opportunities to upskill
• All uniforms and PPE provided and laundered
• Industrial experience in a food processing environment.

To apply If you are looking for an opportunity in a fast-paced, collaborative environment within a growing business offering excellent career development and opportunities, we encourage you to APPLY today.

For a confidential discussion about this role, please phone Taylah on 02 6764 6736.

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