About the Opportunity

Zeal Futures, in partnership with our host employer, AstraZeneca, based in North Ryde, is looking for a motivated and reliable Mechanical Fitter Apprentice to join their team. This 4-year apprenticeship will allow you to earn a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade through a combination of formal training with a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and practical, hands-on experience on the job.

What You’ll Be Doing

As an apprentice, you’ll gain skills and experience in:

• Inspecting, maintaining, and cleaning highly specialised manufacturing process lines and equipment following established procedures and standards.
• Diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults associated with automated process lines.
• Supporting Process Engineers with ongoing process improvement activities.
• Identifying and evaluating opportunities to increase production efficiency while minimising safety and quality issues.
• Working across various manufacturing and laboratory environments while maintaining high safety and hygiene standards.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work across automated primary, secondary, and tertiary packing manufacturing process lines in clean room environments, as well as laboratories and other specialised facilities. Approximately 70% of your time will be on-site and 30% in the workshop, with occasional training provided by other providers to meet course requirements.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• A strong communicator, both written and verbal.
• Willing to learn and committed to completing a trade qualification.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to manage time effectively.
• Detail-oriented, honest, and takes pride in producing quality work.
• Computer literate and capable of working with digital systems.

Requirements

• Driver’s licence and reliable transport – desired
• Ability to meet pre-employment checks including a Police Check, medical and drug & alcohol screening.

How to apply?

To apply for this role, click the ‘Apply for this job’ button and then follow the steps to complete your application. You can also apply online at https://zealfutures.com.au

 by clicking on 'Vacancies' and selecting the relevant position, then the 'Apply Online' button at the top of the page.

All applications require a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

If you require assistance with the recruitment process (for instance, filling out forms, interviews, or completing online tests), please contact your recruitment representative Courtney Ellem on 1800 247 864. We are happy to provide any necessary reasonable adjustments or assistance you may need. Please do not hesitate to ask for help. We look forward to hearing from you.

What else is involved?

After submitting your online application, you may be invited to complete online testing, interviews, and pre-employment medicals. If you progress through these recruitment stages, we'll also contact your references. Please be sure to check your emails (including your junk folder) and respond to missed phone calls, voicemail messages, and text messages.

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Courtney Ellem on 0408 571 861.

Applications close Friday 30th October 2025

As a recognised Diversity Champion, Zeal Futures is committed to Equal Employment Opportunities, Ethical Practices, and the principles of Cultural Diversity. We encourage applications from all members of the community, including people from Indigenous backgrounds, people with disability, women seeking non-traditional trade opportunities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and mature aged people. If you require assistance lodging your application with Zeal Futures, please contact our Recruitment Team on 1800 247 864.