Apprentice Mechanic Heavy Duty

About the Company

South32 is meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through responsible production of commodities for a low-carbon world. A collaborative, caring and inclusive company that supports learning, growth and success. South32’s Worsley operation in WA offers the chance to be home nearby, with a strong focus on safety and development.

What South32 Offers

• Competitive salaries
• 14% superannuation contributions
• Annual short-term incentive bonus recognising individual and business performance
• Participation in the Employee Share Plan

About the Role

An apprenticeship is a great way to kick start your career. With combined formal learning and on-the-job training, your journey will be supported by a great crew and professional training team. This role is a four-year fixed-term contract, commencing on a 4-day roster before transitioning to a shift roster, DIDO to our Boddington Bauxite Mine.

• Apprenticeship: Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanical
• Location: Bauxite Mine, Boddington
• Qualification Outcome: Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology
• Commencement: December 2026 - January 2027

Accountabilities

• Demonstrate commitment and conformance to safe work practices and procedures
• Represent South32 and yourself in a professional manner both internally and externally, including involvement with TAFE and secondments
• Progress your apprenticeship by demonstrating commitment to on-the-job learning and TAFE off-the-job requirements
• Attend all scheduled mandatory TAFE training

About You

• Live within a one-hour commute of site
• Completion of Year 11 (minimum)
• Completion of Year 12 (highly desirable)
• Participation in, or completion of, a relevant pre-apprenticeship (highly desirable)
• A good academic and attendance record
• Demonstrated desire and/or experience in the chosen field

Application Requirements

• A cover letter or statement clearly demonstrating your desire and/or experience in the selected trade(s), and stating which trade(s) and site(s) you are applying for
• A resume outlining education, work experience, certificates and community/sporting involvement

Applications that do not include both items listed above will not be considered. South32 is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

The job advert will close on 5 August 2026