Advanced Manufacturing – Pre-apprenticeship Program EOI

Expression of Interest – Pre-Apprenticeship Program (Advanced Manufacturing)

HunterNet Career Connections is seeking Expressions of Interest for the Pre-Apprenticeship Program – Advanced Manufacturing, designed to give participants hands-on experience and foundational skills in the engineering and manufacturing industry.

This program provides a blend of theoretical learning and practical, hands-on workshops, giving participants the opportunity to explore how advanced manufacturing technologies drive modern industry.

Program Overview:

• Complete 3 Units of Competency in just 1 week at TAFE (Tighes Hill)

• Participate in practical, hands-on training workshops

• Gain 2 days of work experience with one of HunterNet’s host companies (allocated after training completion)

Units of Competency:

• MEMPE001: Use engineering workshop machines

• MEMPE007: Pull apart and re-assemble engineering mechanisms

• MEMPE005: Develop a career plan for engineering & manufacturing

Program Details:

• Location: TAFE NSW, Tighes Hill

• Dates: Monday 18 May – Friday 22 May 2026

• Work experience to be scheduled following training completion

Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must:

• Be 15 years or older

• No longer be enrolled in high school

• Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident, or humanitarian visa holder

• Hold or be applying for a Unique Student Identifier (USI)

This program is ideal for individuals looking to kick-start a career in engineering and gain valuable industry exposure.

Apply now to secure your place and take the first step toward a future in advanced manufacturing.