Plant Mechanic Apprenticeship Intake 2025 - Campbellfield

 **Plant Mechanic Apprenticeship Program 2025 Intake - APPLICATIONS OPEN**

AUR31220 Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology

At Komatsu Australia you’ll be part of an inclusive culture where all our people thrive, reflected in our purpose: creating value together. We encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply for this role.

The Opportunity:

Komatsu’s Award-Winning Apprentice Program is a leading benchmark for training nationwide, offering a comprehensive and innovative approach that has revolutionised the way apprentices and trainees are trained and developed in the industry. It has earned widespread recognition, including Silver for Large Employer of the Year and Silver & Gold for Employing Australian Apprentices at the National Training Awards in 2022 and 2023.

Throughout the 4-year program you will receive first class training in state-of-the-art facilities, working on some of the most innovative and advanced equipment ranges globally. Upon successful completion of the Plant Mechanic Apprenticeship, you will obtain the following qualification: AUR31220 Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology

Komatsu Branches offering the Plant Mechanic Apprenticeship in 2025 include:

• Western Australia - Welshpool
• Queensland - Wacol / Townsville / Cairns / Mackay / Gladstone / Emerald
• New South Wales - Fairfield / Wollongong / Mudgee / Mt Thorley / Newcastle / Gunnedah
• Victoria - Campbellfield / Truganina / Pakenham
• South Australia - Adelaide
• Tasmania - Hobart

What can I expect as a Komatsu Apprentice?

• Learn valuable, nationally recognised job skills and qualifications with an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) company
• Learn while earning an income
• Be supported by a dedicated Apprentice Technical Capability team
• Be provided with mental health awareness and resilience training
• Opportunity to advance your career globally by leveraging from cross-functional development
• Enjoy training sessions based in Brisbane or Perth, with all expenses covered
• Gain access to all Komatsu Employee Benefits, including an industry-leading leave policy
• Continual training and upskilling for ongoing career development
• Join a team that encourages employees to contribute ideas and drive positive change

What we are looking for:

• Genuine interest in pursuing a career with Komatsu
• Commitment to structured, classroom-based, and on-the-job field training
• Aptitude for technical work
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ongoing commitment to workplace health & safety
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Komatsu Benefits:

• Families Policy: 16 weeks of paid primary carer parental leave, 4 weeks of secondary carer leave, plus many more family friendly benefits
• Financial: Company funded Income Protection Insurance
• Career: Recognition, awards, flexibility, further education studies and internal career development
• Health: Corporate discount with Bupa, Total Wellbeing Solution with LifeWorks
• Travel: Discounts with Avis, Qantas, Crown, IHG and travel agents
• Referral Program: Earn $3,000 for referring a new employee to Komatsu

Recruitment Selection Process – (6 stages)

APPLICATION Apply online by uploading your resume. You will receive an invitation to conduct a short video interview, once your resume and profile is complete.

ASSESSMENT If successful, you will be invited to complete an assessment (numeracy, literacy, values based)

INTERVIEW Successful applicants will be invited to attend the local branch for a face-to-face interview, participate in group activities, complete a manual dexterity test and written assessment

PRE-EMPLOYMENT CHECKS Shortlisted applicants will then be required to conduct a medical assessment, drug and alcohol screen, functional assessment, compliance checks and reference checks (mature age applicants only)

OFFER You will receive a conditional offer prior to proceeding to the onboarding stage

ONBOARDING Congratulations on your successful acceptance of an apprenticeship opportunity with Komatsu Australia! We eagerly anticipate your arrival in January 2025 as you embark on this exciting journey with us.

Don’t delay, as the application deadline is 31 July 2024, so take action now and submit your application by clicking on the APPLY NOW button. Please note that successful candidates can expect to receive offers by October 2024.

* IMPORTANT: Each candidate can apply for the Apprenticeship Program only once. Multiple applications will not be considered. Please review the apprenticeship streams carefully and apply to one only.

Komatsu offers a zero-harm culture in the workplace and competitive remuneration package. We employ people with different skills, abilities, cultural backgrounds, experiences, preferences, ethnicities and from different generations. Komatsu is endorsed by Work180 and committed to a workplace where women can thrive.