Apprentice Fitter / Machinist

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 12 June 2030

Position Classification: Apprentice Fitter

Remuneration: $52,384.00- $59,899.00 Per Annum Plus Superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38 hours per week (including TAFE NSW attendance)

Requisition ID: REQ662701

Location: Your Local NSW TAFE in South Eastern Sydney

Applications Close: Wednesday 10 June 2026

Interview Period Between: 18 June 2026 to 24 June 2026

Are you currently enrolled or planning to enrol at TAFE NSW in a trade? Then consider joining your local health district and continue your apprenticeship pathway in a secure and established environment with benefits that will work with you to continue your education as well as provide employment opportunities.

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) and MEGT Apprenticeship Network Provider are excited to offer Trade Apprenticeship pathways for motivated and trade passionate individuals.

Targeted trades are electrical / plumbing / carpentry and painting. You will gain a Certificate III in your chosen field with the security of employment in a facility that offers diversity of skills training with our ongoing building developments.

This apprenticeship is an exciting and challenging opportunity which allows you to take a first step towards learning and building a successful career. Completing your apprenticeship with SESLHD will provide you with a platform to launch your career and emerge as a first-class tradesperson.

The Role

The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is ‘exceptional care, healthier lives’. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it.

The Apprentice performs trade apprentice duties under the general supervision of Senior Fitter/Machinist or Maintenance Manager. The Apprentice is also required to attend TAFE training each week as part of the standard working week.

Benefits

• Competitive wages to above award in accordance with relevant trade.
• NSW Health SESLHD is an inclusive workforce giving young people the opportunity to join our Maintenance team providing employment stability with scope to progress and acknowledge your skills and excellence.
• Apprentice Incentive Program provides tax deductable items such as registration with relevant trade industry, tools and safety equipment.
• Trade Industry qualified supervision on-site.
• 4 weeks annual leave; paid sick / carers leave
• Salary Packaging - reducing the tax you pay.
• SESLHD / NSW Health employees benefits include Fitness Passport – discounted gym membership.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) that includes free, confidential counselling and wellbeing services.

Selection Criteria

• Completion of compulsory secondary education and must be eligible to enrol in the relevant TAFE trade course.

• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as part of a team with commitment to resident focused service.

• Ability to prioritise and manage a wide variety of tasks.

• Current drivers licence with a willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position.

• First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain.

Need more information?

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For role related queries or questions contact Catherine Cunningham on ***email_hidden***

Our CORE Values are C ollaboration, O penness, R espect and E mpowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.

We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.

Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email [email protected] and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.

Information For Applicants

• An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases for all positions prior to offer
• We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support ([email protected]) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website

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