About The Role

At Downer, we Make the Difference That Matters; we offer support you can count on, the opportunity to be part of something big and help to shape your future. Downer’s greatest asset is our people which is key to our success.

Downer has over 150 years’ rail experience providing end-to-end, innovative integrated transport solutions. We are a leading provider of rollingstock asset management services in Australia, with expertise in delivering whole of life asset management support to our customers. Our capability allows us to offer turnkey solutions for complex projects and spans every project phase, from design and manufacture to through-life-support, condition monitoring and data analytics, fleet maintenance, operations and comprehensive overhaul of assets, and decommissioning.

Rail and Transit Systems – Apprenticeship Program 2027

Our apprenticeship program is a four-year fulltime fixed term program, open to school leavers and mature-aged applicants who have a keen interest in becoming a Tradesperson through the completion of an apprenticeship. This provides an opportunity to progress to a Fleet Maintenance Technician.

During your apprenticeship, you will complete studies at TAFE and gain practical on-the-job training with the guidance of experienced, skilled managers, leaders and tradespersons.

Apprenticeships include, Mechanical Fitter, Electrical Fitter, Boilermaker, and Electrical.

Your development pathway will consist of

Four-year full time on the job paid program gaining knowledge and experience through working collaboratively with respective discipline managers and leaders
One-on-one mentoring, networking and buddy support
Complete TAFE modules within set timeframes
Learn new skills with workshop experience

We have excellent career creating opportunities that will be based in

QLD- Maryborough and Torbanlea
NSW- Auburn and Cardiff

We are seeking the following skills

Electrical aptitude
Manual dexterity
Strong competency in mathematics
Strong safety-focus

About you

Australia Citizen, Australian Permanent Resident and or Full Australian work rights.
Completion of any relevant pre-apprenticeship, desirable
Able and committed to start in January 2027
Completion of Year 12 School Certificate or equivalent, desirable
Current Driver’s license, desirable

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Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.