Apprentice Machine Operator (CNC) – Certificate III Engineering (Mechanical)

Location: Melbourne   
Classification: Engineering

Job Title

Apprentice Machine Operator (CNC) – Certificate III Engineering (Mechanical)

Company Name

Apprenticeship Careers Australia

Location

Melbourne

Work Type

Apprenticeship

Classification

Engineering

Company Description

The business specialises in sheetmetal fabrication and custom engineered solutions, working with steel, stainless steel, and aluminium across a wide range of projects.

Open Date

08 May 2026

Closing Date

28 Aug 2026

Required Skills

Requirements

  • Driver’s licence and reliable car required

  • Commitment to completing trade school and apprenticeship training

Preferred skills

About You

  • 1st or 2nd year apprentice

  • Some fabrication or sheetmetal experience highly desirable

  • Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn

  • Good attention to detail and organisational skills

  • Reliable, punctual, and hardworking

  • Comfortable in a hands-on workshop environment

  • Positive attitude and team-focused mindset

Role Description

About the Apprenticeship

  • Full-time 4-year apprenticeship

  • 38 hours per week

  • Workshop based in Bayswater

  • 100% onsite work

  • All PPE and tools provided

  • Structured learning with experienced tradespeople

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Operating CNC machinery and fabrication equipment

  • Assisting with CNC turret punching and fabrication processes

  • Sheetmetal cutting, folding, and general fabrication work

  • Reading and interpreting drawings and measurements

  • Working with steel, stainless steel, and aluminium

  • Using hand and power tools safely

  • Supporting workshop production and manufacturing tasks

You’ll gain exposure to a range of fabrication processes including laser cutting, CNC bending, rolling, and tube bending.

Preferred skills

About You

  • 1st or 2nd year apprentice

  • Some fabrication or sheetmetal experience highly desirable

  • Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn

  • Good attention to detail and organisational skills

  • Reliable, punctual, and hardworking

  • Comfortable in a hands-on workshop environment

  • Positive attitude and team-focused mindset

Contact Details

Caleb Chatelier, Caleb.Chatelier@apprenticeshipcareers.com.au 0429 122 098
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