Apprenticeship Opportunities
Skills4Work Apprenticeships offer an exciting career in mechanical engineering, baking and butchery.
Mechanical Engineering deals mostly with things that move and is concerned with the design, construction and operation of engines and machines. Mechanical Engineers also work on heat utilisation and machine design including boilers, heat engines, air conditioning, refrigeration as well as machine hardware. Engineers work in many different industries designing things such as automobiles, aircraft, heating and cooling systems, household appliances, industrial equipment and machinery, weapons systems etc.
Mechanical Engineering covers those occupations traditionally referred to as Fitters, Fitters and Turners, Fitters and Welders, maintenance and Diagnostics Engineers, maintenance Fitters, Toolmakers, Precision Machinists and Machine Tool Setters.
Mechanical Engineering can be broken into different trades or specialised fields within this career. Click here to find out about more.
Find out more about Baking Apprenticeships here.
Find out more about Butchery Apprenticeships here.
Why should I consider an Apprenticeship?
If you enjoy technical subjects and are curious about how things work designing machines and practical problem solving then an Apprenticeship is for you.
It's a fantastic way to get started on a career with qualifications that are recognised throughout New Zealand and even internationally.
An apprenticeship gives you:
- You're earning as you learn so you don't have any student debt to worry about
- Professional skills and knowledge
- A trade qualification that is recognised worldwide
- An above average income when the qualification has been achieved
- A combination of study and learning practical skills while being employed full time
- A trade and career path that sets you up for life
- A wide range of industries and businesses to choose from
Ready to Take the NEXT STEP?
Our applications for 2009 are now closed, please contact us in January 2010.