Get qualified and earn while you learn! Enjoy mechanical engineering and working with machines? Love 'hands-on' work that requires mathematical solutions and solving problems? Keep reading! New Zealand needs to build a skilled workforce and ATNZ are currently looking for mechanically minded individuals who want to start a career in Machining. We are recruiting a Machining Apprentice for our host company located in Rotorua. If successful you will be employed by ATNZ and assigned to this host company where you will receive valuable on-the-job training while studying to become a fully qualified engineer.

What does a Machining Apprentice do? Machinists manufacture precision componentry from engineering materials using various machining and hand processes. Machinists use tools like lathes, milling machines, and machining centres to create metal parts. These are usually made in large volumes, although precision machinists make small quantities of unique or special parts.

Machinists must be highly skilled in making products with strict specifications, which requires excellent knowledge and understanding of the materials properties. About the Host Company: Join a legacy of innovation and craftsmanship that dates back to the 1960s. This host company was founded by a passionate engineer, and has evolved from humble beginnings into a global leader in the manufacturing of advanced metalworking equipment.

With a rich history of creating everything from custom vehicles to complex machinery, they pride themselves on their ability to tackle unique engineering challenges and deliver high-quality solutions. Their primary focus is on the production of roll formers, sophisticated machines that transform flat metal sheets into various profiles, including the familiar corrugated iron. Their commitment to excellence has allowed them to expand their reach, exporting 95% of their products to over 80 countries worldwide.

They are now part of a larger international group, enhancing their capabilities and broadening their horizons. Despite this growth, they remain dedicated to the core values of innovation, precision, and reliability that have driven their success for decades. By joining their team, you become part of a dynamic environment where engineering ingenuity meets global impact.

If you are passionate about making a tangible difference through cutting-edge technology, we invite you to explore the opportunities they offer. Do you fit the profile? Are you committed to 3-4 years of study whilst working full time? Are you interested in mechanical engineering? Do you have a restricted or full drivers' licence? Have you completed a pre trade course or do you have experience in the trades / mechanical engineering industry? Career options a machining apprenticeship can lead to: Machining Engineer Fitting and Assembly Work Machine Shop, Fitter and Turner CNC Programmer/Operator Manufacturing Engineer Why work with ATNZ? Hands on training and support from qualified trades peo.