Qantas 2026 Engineering Apprenticeship Program-Mechanical Fitter

• Kickstart your career with the 2026 Qantas Group Engineering Apprenticeship Program 
• Work alongside Australia's best engineers and be part of an apprentice community
• We prioritise your growth, and work together to ensure training and on the job experience is first class, whilst you achieve a nationally recognised qualification in your trade 
• Mechanical Fitter Apprentice Opportunities Available

Hop onboard as an Engineering Apprentice with Qantas 

Begin an exciting career in aviation with our 2026 Qantas Group Engineering Apprenticeship Program. Learn from industry professionals at an airline renowned for its world-leading safety culture. 

Our Engineering teams at the Qantas Group maintain our own aircraft for our regional, domestic and international fleets. With state-of-the-art equipment and resources, our commitment to professional excellence ensures our customers' safety. Our experience sets us apart. 

Our team is made up of people who understand our business inside and out, and experts from different fields who challenge us to do things differently. 

We’re seeking motivated individuals interested in becoming Mechanical Fitters within our Component Maintenance workshops. This apprenticeship is part of a four-year program, focused on developing trade-specific skills through theoretical training with our RTO partners, in-house courses, and practical on-the-job experience.

As a Mechanical Fitter, you’ll rotate through workshop areas relevant to your trade, gaining hands-on experience in manufacturing and repairing aircraft components to high tolerances. You’ll work with advanced machinery such as lathes, milling machines, grinders, and CNC equipment, and handle a variety of materials including aluminium alloys, stainless steel, titanium, and more. This is a fantastic opportunity to build a strong foundation for a career in aviation manufacturing and component engineering.

You’ll have – 

• A demonstrated mechanical aptitude with an eagerness to learn a hands-on trade 
• A proactive attitude toward learning and applying safe work practices
• A high level of motivation and passion to want to be part of the aviation sector 
• Exceptional teamwork 
• Excellent communications skills both verbal and written 
• Good hand skills with the ability to use a variety of tooling 
• Australian Citizenship or hold Australian Permanent Residency Status 
• Ability to work all shift patterns 
• Must be available to start work from early 2026

Why Qantas?

As part of the engineering community, you’ll have the chance to work with a network of some of Australia’s best engineers, and build a strong culture and community across all apprentice specialties. 

There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally with the Qantas Group. Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time.  

The Qantas Group employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.  

• Zero student debt: We’ll pay for your apprentice course and accreditations — so no student or HELP debt. Additionally, every engineering apprentice receives a salary, so you’ll earn an income while learning. 
• We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays. 
• Evolve your career: Our apprentices move up to qualified engineers in just a few years with structured on-the-job training, putting you in a prime position for career growth.  
• Feel supported - We’re proud to be an inclusive and diverse workplace with many Employee Resource Groups you can join, including Altitude for gender equality and Daramu for First Nations employees and allies.  
• Flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave and the option to purchase additional paid leave for eligible employees.  
• We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether it’s learning to better support your own and others’ mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.  

 Qantas are equal opportunity employers, so by coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. 

 If you’re ready to step into a culture that will challenge and excite you, submit an application and let’s explore how we go places together. 

Applications close: Sunday 3rd August 2025