**McCallum General Engineering is currently seeking a full time First or Second**
**year Fitter & Turner apprentice.**
**About us**:
McCallum General Engineering is a family run business located in Cheltenham, South
East Melbourne, which specialise in all aspects of mechanical engineering. At MGE we offer a diverse ranges of engineering, including general engineering, precision machining, break down maintenance and preventative maintenance programs.
**Daily tasks will involve**:
- Manual machining, both Milling & Turning
- Horizontal Boring
- Slotting
- Grinding
- Cutting up material
- Welding
- CNC Machining
- General & Plant maintenance
- Both on & off site work
- Material and machine inspections using precision measuring equipment such as internal micrometers, external micrometers, rules, calipers, protractors.
- Loading, transporting, and unloading materials, tools, equipment and supplies.
- Performing minor maintenance or cleaning of tools and equipment.
**Requirements**:
- A mature attitude
- The desire for a long term opportunity
- The ability to learn quickly
- The ability to work in a team as well as individually
- Excellent computer, numeracy, and literacy skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong ability to plan work
- Effective time management
- Strong mathematical and mechanical aptitude
- Strong organisational skills
- Prepared to complete a nationally recognised qualification, Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering, over 3 years and attend trade school
- Commitment to full term of the apprenticeship
- Prepared to start with the basics and grow your knowledge base within this exciting industry, working with a team of leaders in their field
- Be flexible, and prepared to work hard to meet customer demands
- Demonstrated interested/passion in the trade
- Physically fit - Lifting up to 15 kg is required.
- Drivers licence and own transport would be good
**What's In It For You?**
- On the job training
- Gain qualifications
- Get paid & start your career
- Full time position
If you want to pursue a career in engineering, have an eye for detail, and are willing to learn, this is the position for you.
Thank you.
**Must be an Australian Citizen or legally allowed to work in Australia.**
**Salary**: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
**Experience**:
- Fitter: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driver Licence (preferred)
- First Aid Certification (preferred)
- maths skills (preferred)
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Cheltenham, VIC (required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Cheltenham, VIC: Relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person