MRAEL is offering you the chance of a great future and rewarding career in an exciting School-Based Apprenticeship opportunity, to be hosted to Capcoal Open Cut Operations, commencing in January 2026.
We will give you genuine opportunities to contribute your knowledge and realise your potential, while working in a team committed to your training and development.
We strive for a diverse workplace; if you are female or of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent your application is encouraged.
Anglo American is a leading global mining company. Their portfolio of world-class competitive mining operations and undeveloped resources provides the metals and minerals that enable a cleaner, more electrified world and that meet the fast growing consumer-driven demands of the world’s developed and maturing economies.
Anglo American have significant steel making coal investments in Australia and particularly in Queensland’s Bowen Basin.
If you embrace change, safety, strong leadership and sustainable performance, we want to hear from you. Take control of your life, shape your future, and kick-start your career today!
Opportunity:
We are now recruiting for a School-Based Electrical Apprentice to work on site at Capcoal Open Cut Operations. Successful candidates will follow a structured and industry-specific training plan, learning on the job from experts in their field whilst completing a Certificate III in Electrotechnology.
What we are looking for?
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated candidates, who has the hunger and drive to face all the challenges an electrical trade has allowing you to gain experience and grow in your profession. Ideally you will be a positive, enthusiastic, self-motivated with a strong focus on safety and teamwork.
Requirements:
- Must be in year 11 or year 12 at the beginning of 2026 locally
- Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol screen
- Sound results in Maths (Math Methods or Specialist Maths) and English. Physics and Graphics are highly desirable.
- Must be available to attend Interviews in Middlemount on: Thursday 04th December.
Why be an MRAEL apprentice?
As an MRAEL apprentice you will be appointed a Field Officer who will guide you through your trade, making sure every aspect of your training experience is rewarding and professional. The Field Officer provides you with consistent mentoring, support and performance management throughout your apprenticeship while ensuring you progress through your training and will coordinate block bookings when necessary. The Field Officer will have regular meetings to discuss your progression and any challenges you may have.
What's Next?
- Ensure you have an up-to-date Resume and your contact details are correct
- Ensure you provide a Cover Letter – outlining your reasons for applying and knowledge of the position you are applying for
- Copy of recent school results
- Ensure you include any work experience, you may also including copies of your feedback from work experience placements.
The recruitment process will include basic aptitude testing, you may be requested to complete this once your application has been fully completed.
Is your application completed? If you fail to provide and complete all details as requested above your application will not be considered.
Applicants must be eligible to undertake an apprenticeship within Australia.
MRAEL is an equal opportunity employer.
Applications close stricly - Friday 28th Novemeber 2025! Applications will not be accepted after this date .
- Published on 24 Nov 2025, 12:50 AM