MRAEL is offering you the chance of a great future and rewarding career in an exciting apprenticeship opportunity, to be hosted to Capcoal Open Cut Operations, commencing in January 2025.
We will give you genuine opportunities to contribute your knowledge and realise your potential, while working in a team committed to your training and development.
We strive for a diverse workplace; if you are female or of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent your application is encouraged.
Apprentice Boilermaker
Capcoal is a combined open cut and underground operation that will produce 11 million tonnes per annum of hard coaking and pulverized coal injection coal from 2014. Located in the center of the Bowen Basin, in Central Queensland, 24kms south west of Middlemount. We have opportunities available across Lake Lindsay (open cut) and German Creek (CHPP) for eager individuals who are excited and keen to learn the trade of their dreams alongside tradesmen with years of experience.
If you embrace change, safety, strong leadership and sustainable performance, we want to hear from you. Take control of your life, shape your future, and kick-start your career today!
Opportunity:
We are now recruiting for a full time Boilermaking Apprentice to work on site at Capcoal Open Cut Operations. Successful candidates will follow a structured and industry-specific training plan, learning on the job from experts in their field whilst completing a Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade (Boilermaking/ Welding).
Roster - Commencing on a Monday - Friday roster, applicants must be living locally (within 3.5 hours to Middlemount) - Camp facilities will be available for DIDO (Drive-in-Drive-out) candidates.
General Duties:
The successful apprentice will be assigned to German Creek (CHPP) where you will gain a range of fabrication skills to become highly successful in your chosen trade, alongside dedicated highly skilled tradesmen. You will have the opportunity to weld brackets for infrastructure, assist in breakdown work where brackets/welds, etc are required within the maintenance of Pipe welding, structural steel repairs, handrails, working on a range of hydraulic work, gaining a broad skillset upon successful completion of their trade.
What we are looking for?
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated candidates who have the hunger and drive to grow and thrive on the challenges our employment provides, giving you the opportunity to learn and grow in your profession. Ideally you will be a positive, enthusiastic self-starter, with a strong teamwork and safety focus.
Requirements:
- You will need to have your current Drivers licence.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol screen
- Work experience is highly regarded
- Certificate II in Engineering – Highly desirable
- Year 12 completion
Applications Close - Friday 06th September (Applications will not be accepted after this date).
If you are shortlisted to Interview stage - YOU MUST BE AVAILABLE to attend the Assessment Centre Day in Middlemount on Thursday 17th October 2024.
Why be an MRAEL apprentice?
As an MRAEL apprentice you will be appointed a Field Officer who will guide you through your trade, making sure every aspect of your training experience is rewarding and professional. The Field Officer provides you with consistent mentoring, support and performance management throughout your apprenticeship while ensuring you progress through your training and will coordinate block bookings when necessary. The Field Officer will have regular meetings to discuss your progression and any challenges you may have.
What's Next?
- Ensure you have an up-to-date Resume
- Ensure you provide a Cover Letter – outlining your reasons for applying and outlining knowledge of the position you are applying for.
- Copy of Year 11 or 12 Final Report (if currently at school / or completed within the last 2 years)
- Ensure you include any work experience placements, you may also including copies of your feedback from work experience placements
The recruitment process will include basic aptitude testing, you may be requested to complete this once your application has been fully completed.
Is your application completed? If you fail to provide and complete all details as requested above your application will not be considered.
Applicants must be eligible to undertake an apprenticeship within Australia.
MRAEL is an equal opportunity employer.