Trainee Belt Splicer

Who we are:

Fenner Conveyors, a Michelin Group Company, is a world leader in providing engineered conveyor solutions for the mining and industrial sectors. As the only company in Australia capable of designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing complete conveyor systems from head to tail, we offer unmatched end-to-end expertise.

With a manufacturing heritage spanning over 150 years, Fenner Conveyors operates across 30 manufacturing, engineering, and service locations, employing more than 1,200 people. We deliver a comprehensive range of conveyor products, services, and advanced technologies to support our customers’ operations.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to fostering a safe, diverse, and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive—because we believe that together, everyone achieves more.

Guided by our core values—respect for people, customers, facts, shareholders, and the environment—we embrace an all-sustainable approach that balances People, Profit, and Planet. Through continuous innovation and commitment, we are driving a better, more sustainable future for all.

About You:

We are looking for a proactive, self-starter to be responsible for assisting our trade qualified technicians in the maintenance, service, repair and assembly of conveyor components and systems. This is an excellent chance to career advance yourself with an opportunity to undertake our Traineeship Belt Splicing Program. You can receive a Nationally recognised qualification securing yourself a fully company funded Certificate III in Polymer Processing and receive a permanent full-time position with a global mining organisation!

This opportunity is open to those who are just starting out in their career or those who are looking to take the next step and Level-UP and earn themselves a Trade Certificate!

You should have - 

• A strong safety focus
• Hold a current drivers licence
• Previous experience in a Trade Assistant role working in a related industry sector, i.e. manufacturing or mining
• Possess good mechanical aptitude, as well as sound communication and numerical skills
• Flexibility to work on-call and overtime
• Prepared to undergo a full Preemployment Medical as well as National Police Check.
• Working at Heights, Doggers, Basic Riggers, confined space tickets would be beneficial.

About the Role:

Under supervision of our qualified trades and as a crucial member of our Hobart core crew, you'll be responsible for:

• Assisting with mapping and marking out splices
• Assisting on shutdowns with planned belt changes
• Assisting with Belt Splicing and Installations of conveyor belts - fabric, ply, solid woven, or steel – cord. As well as removal and replacement
• Equipment and Shutdown preparation
• Ensure good housekeeping practices on site and in the workshop
• Participate in and sign off on JSA’s; safety observations or toolbox discussions

Roster & Conditions:

• 5/2 roster, Monday - Friday
• Permanent Full time, 38 hours per week minimum with possible overtime available

Why Join Fenner?

Joining Fenner Conveyors means becoming part of an organisation that values its people and supports them to reach their full potential. You will gain exposure to major national projects and work alongside industry leaders in a collaborative, high-performing environment.

We offer a supportive, approachable leadership team, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that values wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion.

Our benefits include but are not limited to,

• Annual Group Bonus participation
• Michelin Share Scheme
• Access to FennerFits – our wellbeing, recognition, and discounts platform
• Option to purchase up to four weeks’ additional leave per year through our Leave Purchase Program
• On-site parking and modern amenities
• Career development programs including Emerging Leaders & Supervisor Training
• An active social calendar with regular internal and external events

Ready to Elevate Your Career? If you think you have the required skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you – even if you don’t tick all the boxes.