Location: Narrabri, NSW, AU
Company: CSIRO
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The Opportunity
- Get paid to get qualified and learn on the job at the same time
- Support CSIRO’s Cotton Breeding Program in machining, cutting, welding and assembling materials
- Achieve a Certificate 3 in Agricultural Mechanical Technology
CSIRO is Australia’s National Science Agency and is one of the world’s largest and most successful publicly funded research and development organisations. We deliver world-class science and outcome-focused research that generates economic, environmental, and social benefits for Australia in a global context. We have improved the lives of many around the world through our research and developments including BARLEYmax, WiFi, the Hendra virus vaccine, polymer banknotes, extended wear contact lenses, Aerogard and the Total Wellbeing Diet.
CSIRO’s Agriculture and Food Business Unit applies world class multidisciplinary science, technology and facilities, relevant intellectual property, and global networks across the value chain to create healthier, trusted, safer and more sustainable food and fibre for the future. Our research from gene to plate increases productivity and efficiencies at the farm level, improves the quality and yield of Australian crops, develops innovative food processing technologies, creates new value-added foods, and is growing the nation’s meat & livestock, aquaculture and fishery industries.
The role of Mechanical Apprentice in CSIRO is to provide support over a four-year period for scientific research across a range of different research projects. You will assist the Cotton Breeding program in the machining, cutting, welding and assembly of a variety of materials and components to certain specifications.
An apprenticeship means you learn practical on-the-job skills as well as formal learning with an approved provider and get a nationally recognised qualification you can use anywhere. You will undergo training in the field of agricultural mechanics under the guidance of skilled trades persons and attend TAFE college on week block release, with the goal of achieving Certificate 3 in Agricultural Mechanical Technology. The TAFE campus is located at Dubbo. For more information on apprenticeships, you can click here.
Your duties will include:
- The duties on commencement and throughout the apprenticeship will be directed towards work place competencies appropriate to an agricultural mechanist, through on the job training and the successful completion of a Certificate 3 Agricultural Mechanical Technology.
- Communicate effectively and respectfully with all staff, clients and suppliers in the interests of good business practice, collaboration and enhancement of CSIRO’s reputation.
- Work as part of a multi-disciplinary, often regionally dispersed research team, to carry out tasks under the direction of Senior Technical staff.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues within your team, the business unit and across CSIRO, to reach objectives.
- Provide instruction and assist other staff to complete allocated tasks and activities, as required.
- Provide instruction on activities pertaining to the immediate work area and responsibilities, as required.
- Adapt techniques, procedures/equipment/ concepts/ideas in support of existing and further research.
- Adhere to the spirit and practice of CSIRO’s Values, Health, Safety and Environment plans and policies, Diversity initiatives and Zero Harm goals.
Location: Myall Vale, NSW
Salary: AU$29,202 (1st year starting salary) up to 52,563 (4th year of apprenticeship), plus up to 15.4% superannuation.
Tenure: Specified term of 4 years
Reference: 94616
To be considered you will need:
- Certificate of high school education and/or relevant work experience in agriculture or mechanical related industries.
- Ability to travel to and from the CSIRO Myall Vale site and to the appropriate TAFE College, based in Dubbo.
- Secondary education sufficient to allow entry to appropriate vocational certificate course, including passes in English, Maths and Science.
- Aptitude for practical manipulation and theoretical study as demonstrated by previous interests, hobbies and achievements at school.
- Evidence of initiative, self-motivation and curiosity.
- Capable of working effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary, regionally dispersed research team, and carry out tasks under the direction of Senior Technical Staff.
- The ability & willingness to contribute novel ideas and approaches in support of scientific investigations.
- Successful completion of at least five years secondary schooling or participation in a pre-apprenticeship program and an agreement to study for a Certificate of Agricultural Mechanical Technology is desirable.
For full details about this role please view the Position Description
Eligibility
Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens and Australian Permanent Residents. The successful candidate will be subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.
Flexible Working Arrangements
We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish.
About CSIRO
At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact.
CSIRO is committed to values-based leadership to inspire performance and unlock the potential of our people.
CSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs, whether we are undertaking research, engaging with the public or nurturing future scientists in person or online. Source – CSIRO Child Safe policy 2023
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How to Apply
Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.
Applications Close
3rd Dec 2023, 11:00pm AEDT