1st Year Welder/Fabricator Apprentice
Welder/Fabricator Apprentice (1st Year)
Canberra
Welders (Trade & Services)
Full Time $28.22 per hour (inclusive of allowances) plus super, plus opportunity for overtime.
Are you about to finish school and looking to start a trade apprenticeship? Become trade qualified with us and kick-start your career!
Key Points
- Gain experience and skills while you get paid
- Above award wages, tools provided, regular RDOs
- Ongoing training and support in a trade that’s always in demand
Start your career in a trade that’s in high demand
Why choose this trade?
If you’re hands-on, detail-focused and like working with metal, welding could be the perfect trade for you. It’s a skill that’s always in demand and offers great pay, job security, and opportunities to specialise as you grow. As a Welding Apprentice, you’ll work in our busy mechanical workshop to help build the components that keep large commercial buildings running. You’ll learn to interpret plans, use a range of welding techniques and machinery, and develop practical skills that will set you up for a long and rewarding career with us.
A day in the life
You’ll spend your days in the workshop working alongside experienced fabricators and welders. You’ll help cut, shape and assemble metal components used in commercial HVAC systems. You’ll learn to read drawings, measure precisely, operate machinery safely, and complete welding tasks to a high standard. It’s practical, detailed work that takes focus, patience and pride in your craft.
About the job
We’re offering full-time apprenticeships with our Canberra team for people ready to kick off their career in HVAC.
You will:
- Learn on the job while completing your Certificate III in Engineering (Fabrication)
- Develop skills in MIG and TIG welding, fabrication, and mechanical assembly
- Work on real components used in hospitals, data centres, schools and other large projects
- Be part of a supportive team environment that values safety, quality, and teamwork Why work with Benmax?
- Get paid above award rates and have your training fees covered
- Monthly RDOs and opportunities for overtime
- Work across a range of interesting commercial and industrial projects
- Uniforms, PPE and tools provided
- Regular BBQs, wellbeing programs, and a team that looks out for each other
- A safe, inclusive and respectful workplace. We’re committed to supporting all apprentices to succeed
- We’re serious about your future. Many of our apprentices stay on and grow into senior, supervisor and leadership roles
What you’ll need
- Current Australian working rights (must be able to gain security clearance)
- Finished Year 12 or equivalent
- A valid driver’s licence
- A genuine interest in learning a technical trade
- Good attitude, attention to detail, and strong communication skills
About us
Benmax is a national, award-winning mechanical services company. Since 1986, we’ve been designing, building and maintaining high-quality HVAC systems for commercial and industrial buildings. We’re a family-owned business that backs its people. We invest in training and development because we know when people are supported, they do great work and want to stay. We’re proud of the team we’ve built and the careers we help shape. At Benmax, work isn’t just about getting the job done. It’s about learning, improving, and building something real.
How to apply
Click on 'Apply Now' and include the following:
- A Cover Letter outlining your suitability for the role
- A current Resume/CV, including your personal details, education, qualifications, and work experience
Please note this vacancy is advertised by MEGT on behalf of an external employer. The recruitment process is managed by the employer and you may only be contacted by them if they choose to progress your application.
To be eligible for an apprenticeship or traineeship you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have full working rights.