Apprentice - Metal Fabrication Trade

Are you ready to start a rewarding career in metal fabrication? Sutherland Shire Council is looking for a motivated apprentice to join our Facilities & Fleet Team! This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience whilst completing a Certificate 3 in Engineering - Metal Fabrication over four years.

Kickstart your career in Metal Fabrication
Gain hands on experience whilst working towards a Certificate 3 in Engineering - Metal Fabrication.
Join a collaborative team focussed on delivering quality service and community outcomes
About the Role:
As an Apprentice Metal Fabricator you'll support the maintenance and repair of Council's fleet vehicles and building infrastructure. You'll work under the guidance of experienced supervisors, learning to use tools and equipment safely, while gaining practical skills across different service areas. Attendance at TAFE and completing all required learning is part of the apprenticeship.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for motivated individuals who are eager to learn and develop their skills in the metal fabrication trade.

Satisfactory completion of Year 10 Record of School Achievement.
Ability to meet physical demands and work outdoors in various conditions.
Demonstrated interest in pursuing a trade in Engineering Metal Fabrication.
Possession of a Class C licence and relevant work experience are desirable but not essential.
Join our team and grow with us!
If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
Get your application in by 11.5+pm: Monday +th June 2025.
Package: $41,771.60 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation.
Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated week commencing Monday 16th June 2025.
Hours of work: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week with a +-day fortnight. 4 year apprenticeship opportunity.
To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.
**Suitable candidates are subject to employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-1+ Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.


Reach out to Stuart Mushet - smushet@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries.
Jodi Johnson JJohnson@ssc.nsw.gov.au , Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.


About Us
If you want to make a difference and be part of a challenging and rewarding working environment, then joining us just might be the right career move for you! Join a passionate and dedicated team covering a diversity of services, industries and occupations.

At Sutherland Shire Council we do more than serve our community – we are our community. Our energy can be seen in everything we do. From having a can-do attitude, to embracing change and opportunities, being people-centred and working together as one.