Apprentice Fitter

Stuart - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 19 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location Townsville

About the role:

We are looking for a passionate and driven individual who have a strong desire to complete a 4-year apprenticeship to become a qualified Mechanical fitter. Work with industry leading rollingstock and learn from highly skilled tradespeople at our Stuart (Townsville) site.

We offer a diverse work environment with training development and career progression opportunities for our driven and passionate employees. We recognise the benefits of gender and cultural diversity within the business.

To develop skills experience and the knowledge to obtain a nationally recognised qualification.
Successfully complete both written and practical assessments within the given timeframe.
Actively participate in team and safety meetings contributing to improvement initiatives
Work collaboratively with a variety of trades personnel to ensure work is performed in accordance with technical & operational standards.
Potentially rotate between our locomotive and wagon maintenance divisions

About you:

We are eager to engage with people who have a genuine interest in their chosen trade through work experience or hobbies. You have completed Year 12 in 2025 or prior. You will be energetic in your approach to this role and excited to join or further your career in the Rail Industry.

An overriding commitment to health & safety.
A strong desire to learn and develop a range of new skills associated with your chosen trade.
Motivation to achieve individual and team goals and objectives with a willingness to actively contribute to attain results.
Demonstrated interest in the chosen trade
Ability to undertake an extensive training program including theory & practical components.
QLD drivers licence preferred.
Commitment to Aurizon values and a willingness to embrace a diverse work environment.

Ability to successfully pass pre-employment checks such as testing references and medical is a requirement of these roles. Please note this is a locally based opportunity and is not a FIFO/DIDO position.

At Aurizon we believe in connection

It is our ability to connect that strengthens communities industries and builds economies. It helps to embrace diversity in our workplace and that is the experience we want for everyone. We are building a culture where everyone is seen heard and valued because of their diversity. We value inclusion throughout the whole company and encourage you to apply for you next opportunity.

What we offer you:

At Aurizon we support the development and growth of our employees. With a national portfolio of operations we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities.

Some of our benefits include:

Development and growth opportunities.
Access to mentoring and development programs.
Discounts on selected health insurance funds personal travel gyms vehicles and retail brands.
Parental leave program and super booster.

About Aurizon.

Aurizon is Australias largest rail freight operator and a top 100 ASX company. Each year we deliver more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities right across the country. Aurizon is crucial to the Australian economy connecting miners primary producers and industry with international and domestic markets.

Look to Aurizon for a diverse and collaborative culture.

At Aurizon we are proud of our diverse collaborative creative and high-performance culture. We celebrate the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic caring and inclusive work environment.

To learn about us and our company values please visit

Location TownsvilleAbout the role:We are looking for a passionate and driven individual who have a strong desire to complete a 4-year apprenticeship to become a qualified Mechanical fitter. Work with industry leading rollingstock and learn from highly skilled tradespeople at our Stuart (Townsville)...