Diesel Fitting Apprenticeship

MRAEL in partnership with Sandvik are currently seeking a Mechanical Heavy Mobile Plant Apprentice to commence in Dec 2026/Jan 2027.

Sandvik is a leading original equipment manufacturer in the mining industry with great opportunities to progress within the company and explore all parts of the world after the successful completion of your trade.

Sandvik's core values are: 

• Winning Together
• Curiosity
• Responsibility
• Customer focus

This unique opportunity will see you join a global leader in the mining industry, offering:

About the position:

As a First Year Apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced tradespeople repairing, maintaining, and rebuilding underground mining machines, trucks, loaders, drills, and major components. You'll gain practical skills, real-world experience, and industry-leading training while building a career with a global leader in the mining industry.

If you're mechanically minded, motivated to learn, and enjoy working with your hands, we want to hear from you

Work Type: Full-Time Apprenticeship

• Monday to Friday for the first 12-24 months of your apprenticeship.
•  During the final two years, you'll have the opportunity to travel to Sandvik branches and facilities across Australia.
• Gain exposure to workshop operations, component rebuilds, field service activities, and mine site environments.
• Learn from experienced technicians and develop skills across multiple areas of the business.

Whats in it for you:

• Above-award wages
• Great incentives and employee benefits
• Nationally recognised trade qualification
• Travel opportunities across Australia
• Exposure to world-class mining equipment and technology
• Ongoing training, mentoring and career development
• A pathway to a long-term career with a global company
• Complete your Apprenticeship with a Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology - AUR31220.

Successful candidate will possess the following:

• A minimum of 17 years old
• Interested in mechanics, machinery, or how things work
• Comfortable using hand tools and learning practical skills
• Safety-focused and willing to follow procedures
• Reliable, motivated, and eager to learn
• A strong communicator who works well in a team
• Hold a current driver's licence.

Your Future Starts Here

This is more than just an apprenticeship. It's an opportunity to build a rewarding career in an industry that keeps Australia moving. You'll develop skills that are in demand across the mining, construction, and heavy equipment sectors while working alongside some of the best technicians in the business.

If you're ready to get your hands dirty, learn from the experts, travel, and build a career you'll be proud of, apply now and start your journey with Sandvik

We are committed to supporting National Reconciliation efforts through the implementation of our Reconciliation Action Plan, fostering respectful relationships and creating meaningful opportunities with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.