Fitter & Turner Apprenticeship – Knuckey Pty Ltd (Winchelsea)

Westvic Staffing Solutions, in partnership with Knuckey Pty Ltd, Winchelsea, have an opportunity available to join the team as a Fitter & Turner Apprentice completing a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical.

Knuckey Pty Ltd is an Australian agricultural business based in Winchelsea, manufacturing and supplying agricultural machinery and equipment to farming customers throughout Australia.

General Tasks Include:

• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and job instructions
• Measuring, marking out and machining metal components
• Setting up and operating lathes, milling machines, drills, grinders and other workshop equipment, once trained and authorised
• Fitting and assembling agricultural machinery and engineering components
• Assisting with the manufacture and modification of agricultural machinery and components
• Assisting with machinery maintenance, servicing, repair and fault-finding
• Assisting with hydraulic and pneumatic repairs and maintenance, within your level of training and competency
• Maintaining machinery, tools and equipment and keeping the workshop clean and safe
• Undertaking Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical

The successful applicant will:

• Have a genuine interest in mechanical engineering, agricultural machinery and hands-on work
• Be willing to learn and develop their trade skills
• Have good attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Have a positive attitude and willingness to take on new challenges
• Be able to work safely and follow workplace instructions
• Hold a current Victorian Driver Licence
• Be a 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th year Fitter & Turner Apprentice

What you’ll get:

• Paid work + a nationally recognised Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical
• Hands-on experience in agricultural machinery manufacturing and engineering
• Training, mentoring and support from experienced tradespeople
• Experience across fitting, machining, fabrication, assembly, maintenance and repair
• The opportunity to develop your trade skills within a long-established Australian agricultural business
• Real skills and experience to support a long-term career in engineering and mechanical trades

Apply now with your resume and a cover letter explaining why you would be a great Fitter & Turner Apprentice.

For any enquiries or for further information, please contact Workforce Development Manager Rochelle Garlick on 0409 605 678

Applications close on Sunday 11th of October 2026 at 5:00pm

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