Fitter Machinist Apprenticeship

MRAEL are currently seeking a motivated Apprentice Fitter Machinist to join the team at SWB in Smithfield, NSW. SWB was established over 50 years ago with their branch networks now extended to all of Australia. With a hands-on attitude, innovative approach, and commitment to work in conjunction with their customers, SWB will remain at the forefront of bearings and power transmission supply.

You will have the opportunity to join a well-developed network of trained and experienced personnel, complimented by their manufacturers’ engineering departments.

• Full-time position commencing January 2026
• Competitive remuneration package with paid overtime available!
• Great work-life balance; early finish on Fridays!
• Career development and mentoring: earning your Certificate III in Engineering: Mechanical Trade

What's involved:

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic candidate who is interested in completing training and education as an apprentice with a view to becoming a trade-qualified Fitter Machinist. You will be learning alongside tradesmen and engineers to solve real problems in real time!

Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, your main responsibilities will include:

• Workshop based mechanical repairs, gearboxes, pumps, brakes
• Dismantling, cleaning, assessing and measuring parts 
• Machining – Lathe, Mill, Slotter
• Cleaning of the workshop 
• Assisting with maintaining workshop equipment  
• Sand blasting and spray painting

About you:

To be considered for this position you will ideally have:

• A positive attitude to learn in the workplace,
• High level of mechanical aptitude,
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures, both written and verbal,
• Ability to operate equipment and systems,

You must hold a current Drivers Licence.

What's next:

• Click I’m Interested to create your profile and upload your current CV and Cover Letter.
• The recruitment process includes aptitude testing and the successful candidate is required to pass a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.

Due to the number of applications received only successful candidates are contacted. 

MRAEL & SWB are an equal opportunity employer.