Apprentice Mechanical Fitter/Machinist

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

Job posting end date: 10/24/2025

• Develop skills to interpret engineering drawings.
• Develop skills to carry out work on manual lathes and milling machines.
• Develop skills to machine parts according to drawing specifications and tolerance.
• Accurate record keeping of parts machined and material used.
• Physical housekeeping in Machining area.
• Housekeeping and organised storage of CNC programs and other software.
• Machine preventative maintenance tasks.
• Repairs as required on all workshop machinery.
• Trouble shooting as required with and without vendor assistance if available.
• Assist in other areas of workshop if required.
• Assist other Tradesmen to undertake strip and assess and then rebuild of Metso Outotec fixed plant equipment including, but not limited to, crushers, crusher components, screens and screen parts, gearboxes, conveyor pulleys and drives, hydraulic units, slurry pumps, rail car and dumper components.
• Informs of status and disposition of customer requirements specific to job progress and status.
• Keep the workshop supervisor informed of TAFE requirements well in advance.

• You will have a keen interest in working in a mechanical environment
• An enthusiastic approach to each new challenge
• Enjoy working in a technical environment
• Good hand-eye coordination
• A strong ‘team player’ with good communication skills
• A strong commitment to both personal safety and the safety of others around them
• A current Driver’s License
• Certificate II in Engineering (desirable but not essential)
• Good aptitude for Math and competent computer skills

• Nationally recognized trade qualification – upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, both theory at TAFE and practical in the workplace, you will receive an industry recongised trade qualification.
• Extensive learning opportunities - ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, training advancement and global opportunities.
• Wellbeing and safety - benefit from occupational healthcare, generous benefits plan, healthy living rewards, mental well-being services, on-site gym, meal benefits, car/bicycle benefits, and engagement surveys.
• A thriving culture – we are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.

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Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.  
 
Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2024 Metso had close to 17,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2024 were about EUR 4.9 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. 

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