Fabrication Apprenticeship

Looking to kick-start your career in metal fabrication?

Programmed Apprenticeships & Traineeships is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to commence a 4-year Fabrication Apprenticeship based in Lonsdale, SA.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience across both workshop and site-based environments while working towards a nationally recognised Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade.

We're looking for someone who enjoys hands-on work, shows initiative and is eager to develop their skills across a range of fabrication and welding techniques.

About the Role

Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll work alongside experienced tradespeople gaining practical skills and exposure to a variety of fabrication tasks.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Gain hands-on experience in both workshop and site-based fabrication work.
• Learn MIG and TIG welding techniques.
• Work with a variety of materials, including stainless steel, mild steel and aluminium.
• Assist with cutting, shaping, assembling and fabricating metal components.
• Gain experience operating fabrication equipment, including guillotines and press brakes.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and measurements.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures while developing your trade skills.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, with some Saturday work and overtime required.

Location: Lonsdale, SA, with travel to various work sites as required.

What We Offer

• 48-month, full-time paid apprenticeship.
• Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade.
• Hands-on training across workshop and site-based environments.
• Exposure to a wide range of welding and fabrication techniques.
• On-the-job mentoring, training and support from experienced tradespeople.
• Opportunity to develop valuable skills and build a long-term career in the fabrication industry.

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

• A genuine interest in metal fabrication, welding and engineering.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Willingness to work in both workshop and site-based environments.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to workplace safety.
• A current driver's licence.
• A White Card, or willingness to obtain one.
• Flexibility to work occasional Saturdays and overtime when required.
• Completion of a Certificate II in Engineering or a related field is desirable but not essential.

Ready to Get Started?

If you're motivated, enjoy hands-on work and are looking to build a career in metal fabrication, we'd love to hear from you!

Who we are

As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.

At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

So it's over to you. If you would like to join our team, APPLY now.

To learn more about working with Programmed, we encourage you to visit our website.

Consultant

Yara.Lawand@programmed.com.au

Reference number: 78986
Profession:Apprenticeships & TraineeshipsOther

Company: Programmed / PERSOLKELLY
Date posted: 10th Nov, 2026