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Rio Tinto 2027 Apprenticeship Program Applications Now Open
If you're looking to kick-start a career in the mining industry, this is a great opportunity to gain a nationally recognised trade qualification while working with one of Australia's leading mining companies.
👷 Apprenticeship opportunities include:
- âš¡ Electrical
- 🔧 Mechanical Fitter (Fixed Plant)
- 🚜 Heavy Duty Diesel Fitter
- 🚗 Automotive Electrician
- 📡 Site Communications
✅ To be eligible, you'll need to:
- Be 18 years or older by 1 February 2027
- Hold a manual driver's licence (minimum Red P Plates)
- Complete an aptitude assessment
- Already live in the relevant residential town if applying for a residential role.
💡 Handy application tips
Before you apply, keep these tips in mind:
- Apply for your first and second preferred roles only.
- Having family or friends working at Rio Tinto won't affect your application.
- If you've previously worked for, or are currently involved in, a joint venture, answer Yes and provide more information if requested.
- Make sure you'll have your manual driver's licence (minimum Red P Plates) by 31 January 2027.
To apply for the position, please visit their website and follow the prompts provided.
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MADALAH Limited is a not-for-profit organisation that offers Secondary and Tertiary education scholarships for First Nations people in Western Australia.Â

Main Roads WA is offering an Aboriginal Pathways Program for Aboriginal people interested in pursuing a career in civil engineering or a technical career pathway.
The program provides a supported pathway from study into employment with Main Roads, beginning with a Technical Cadetship in 2027, followed by a two-year Technical Traineeship – Engineering, with the opportunity to transition into a Technical Officer Engineering role from 2030.
Participants will have access to financial and study support throughout the program, including TAFE fees and textbooks, a fortnightly allowance during full-time study, paid employment while studying part-time, mentoring, tutoring assistance and cultural support.
To be eligible, applicants must successfully complete Year 12 and ATAR Mathematics, have an interest in civil engineering or a technical career pathway, and be willing to participate in the full program.
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