Apprentice Welder - Trangie Gin

Introduction:
About Us

Built in regional Australia and driven by improvement, Australian Food and Fibre (AFF) is Australia’s largest cotton producer and a leading agricultural business, producing, processing and marketing premium cotton, grain, legumes, oilseeds and livestock across New South Wales. As part of the AFF team, you will play a vital role in the future of Australian agriculture.

Description:
About the Role

AFF is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Welder to join our Ginning Maintenance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to kickstart their career in the trades, gaining practical, hands-on experience while completing a formal apprenticeship.

Working alongside qualified tradespeople and experienced maintenance personnel, you will develop skills in welding, metal fabrication and mechanical maintenance, assisting with the repair and upkeep of machinery, equipment and infrastructure across our cotton ginning operations.

Key responsibilities include:
Assisting with welding, metal fabrication and general maintenance activities.

Learning practical skills in cutting, grinding, measuring, fitting and assembling metal components.

Operating welding equipment, hand tools and workshop machinery under supervision.

Assisting with the fabrication, modification and repair of machinery and equipment.

Learning to read and interpret basic technical drawings and specifications.

Supporting routine inspections and preventative maintenance of gin machinery.

Maintaining a clean, organised and safe workshop environment.

Attending and completing required TAFE training and apprenticeship assessments.

Skills and Experiences:
About You

We are looking for someone who is reliable, eager to learn and has a genuine interest in welding, fabrication and mechanical work.

To be successful in this role, you will have:
A genuine interest in pursuing a career in welding and metal fabrication.

A positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.

Basic mathematical skills and the ability to follow instructions.

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to workplace safety.

Australian working rights and eligibility to undertake an apprenticeship.

A commitment to completing the practical and theoretical components of your apprenticeship.

Previous experience with welding, fabrication or hand tools will be highly regarded, however no previous experience is required.

If this role sounds like the career opportunity you've been looking for, click the 'apply' button for the first step in a rewarding career with AFF.