At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate manual and CNC machines to produce precision components.
- Company: Join NEPEAN Engineering, a proud Australian business with a strong heritage.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, learn from qualified tradespeople, and work locally in Prestons.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive workshop environment with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Develop your machining skills while contributing to real engineering projects.
- Qualifications: Must be a 3rd year Apprentice Fitter Machinist with a passion for machining.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
- 3rd Year Apprentice Fitter Machinist – Prestons
- Continue your engineering trade career with NEPEAN Engineering
Are you a current 3rd year Apprentice Fitter Machinist who wants to make machining the main focus of your trade career?
NEPEAN Engineering is seeking a motivated apprentice to join our Prestons, NSW facility, where you’ll build practical capability across manual and CNC machining while continuing to develop complementary mechanical fitting skills.
As part of the
NEPEAN group , you’ll join a proudly Australian business with a strong heritage in engineering, manufacturing and industrial solutions.
This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced tradespeople, produce precision components for real engineering projects and continue progressing toward trade qualification in a supportive workshop environment.
About the opportunity
This opportunity is suited to an apprentice who has completed the early stages of a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade and is keen to develop as a machinist.
Your day-to-day work will centre on producing and finishing components using manual and CNC machinery, supported by mechanical fitting, assembly and general workshop duties as required.
You’ll gain hands-on exposure to CNC machine operation, manual lathes and milling machines, job setup, tooling, measuring and inspection, and machining components to drawing specifications and required tolerances.
You’ll also assist with mechanical fitting, component assembly, maintenance support and other workshop activities.
- What you’ll be doing and developing
- Operating manual lathes and milling machines to manufacture and modify components.
- Supporting CNC machine setup and operation, including loading jobs, selecting tools and monitoring machining cycles.
- Reading engineering drawings, work instructions and technical specifications.
- Measuring, marking out and inspecting components using precision measuring equipment.
- Producing components accurately to specified dimensions, tolerances and quality requirements.
- Completing deburring, grinding and finishing work on machined parts.
- Assisting with mechanical fitting, component assembly, maintenance and repair duties when required.
- Maintaining a safe, clean and organised work area while working reliably as part of the workshop team.
Why join NEPEAN Engineering?
- Develop as a machinist with regular exposure to both manual and CNC equipment.
- Build precision trade skills through practical component manufacturing, measurement and inspection work.
- Broaden your capability with supporting mechanical fitting, assembly and maintenance experience.
- Learn from qualified tradespeople who can support your progression toward trade completion.
- Work locally in Prestons while contributing to engineering and manufacturing projects across key industry sectors.
- Join a successful Australian employer with strong local roots and global reach across six continents.
- Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for a reliable, safety-minded apprentice who is currently progressing through a Fitter Machinist apprenticeship and is genuinely interested in building a career focused on machining.
You’ll enjoy practical, detailed work, take pride in accuracy and quality, and be keen to strengthen your skills across manual and CNC equipment.
A willingness to also assist with mechanical fitting and general workshop duties is important.
Ready to build your Machining career?
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Apprentice Fitter Machinist employer: Nepean
At NEPEAN Longwall, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the engineering and mining services sector, offering a supportive and safety-focused team environment in Kurri Kurri, NSW. With competitive pay, significant overtime opportunities, and a strong commitment to employee development, we provide a dynamic workplace where you can grow your career while enjoying a family-oriented culture that celebrates teamwork and diversity. Join us to be part of a stable, Australian-owned business with a reputation for excellence and innovation.
