Mechanical fitter
Irribiz Robinvale

Do you have a keen interest in the Engineering Industry and in particular as a Mechanical Trade Assistant? If so, Irribiz Robinvale will give you a great opportunity to gain experience as a Mechanical Fitter.

This is an ideal placement for a student currently studying a VETDSS subject in Engineering to gain skills with a well reputed Irrigation Supply and Major Project’s business in the Robinvale area.

Sounds like a pretty good employer to have on your resume doesn't it? Make Irribiz Robinvale your next phone call to find out more.

Skills You Might Learn

The student may have the opportunity to attain a broad range of skills while on work placement. These may include valuable employability skills such as:
• Communication.
• Teamwork.
• Punctuality.
• Presentation.
• Problem solving.
• Planning.
• Initiative.
• Hygiene.
• Follow instructions.
• Work under supervision.
• Industry specific OH&S.

The student may also attain vital industry specific skills which will relate to their secondary school studies they include:
• Hands-on practical experience.
• Observing and learning from industry qualified and experienced professionals.
• Working in real-life scenarios at an Engineering site.
• Working with tools and equipment necessary to the occupation.
• Liaising and working with supervisors, colleagues, industry personnel, customers/clients and suppliers.

Typical Tasks & Duties

The student will undertake duties as part of a professional and hardworking team in the Engineering area. Students may use hand tools, equipment and techniques to maintain in working order, a wide range of mobile and stationary engines and other mechanical plant and equipment. The work includes minor repairs and assisting the trades person with major repairs and breakdowns.

The student may undertake the following tasks and duties;
• Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment.
• Plan to undertake a routine task.
• Apply quality systems.
• Apply quality procedures.
• Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment.
• Use workshop machines for basic operations.
• Undertake manual handling.
• Perform engineering measurements.
• Use hand tools.
• Use power tools/hand held operations.
• Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components.

Student Requirements

Students with a positive attitude towards Engineering as a Mechanical Trade Assistant with a keen eye for detail and are self-motivated, willing to listen and follow instruction are encouraged to consider a future SWL placement to develop skills learned from their VETDSS subject in Engineering.

Whilst the student is attending the SWL placement they are expected to:
• Dress appropriately.
• Maintain interest and participate in tasks and work duties.
• Be well mannered and behave in a respectful and responsible manner.
• Be punctual.
• Follow management instructions.
• Act in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements.
• Work within the team.
• Listen and take advice from fellow workers.
• Respect other people’s belongings.
• Keep a note pad and pen handy to take notes for their own reference.
• Demonstrate the skills they have developed through their course.
• Take their Log Book to the work placement every day.

Dress Requirements

The student will be required to present in the following work attire;
• Work boots, steel capped.
• Work pants.
• Work overalls (if required).
• Hi visual long sleeve shirt for Engineering.
• No inappropriate slogans or ripped clothing.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) appropriate to the tasks and duties carried out by the student, will be supplied by the Host Employer.

Special Transport Requirements

Public Transport is limited, students to check public transport availability and or speak to parents/carer to organise transport prior to contacting employer.

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

• 22470VIC - Certificate II in Engineering Studies
• MEM20105 - Certificate II in Engineering
• VIC20116 - VCAL Studies