Seeking an experienced "Apprentice Master" - Boilermaker/Welder/Fabricator to lead disadvantaged young people

The Wunan Foundation is committed to creating education, employment, and training pathways for young people. Our mission is to introduce young individuals to a range of career options and provide them with real-world work placement opportunities.
Our engineering program is designed to engage youth through culturally informed vocational learning projects. This program is tailored to address the unique challenges in The East Kimberley, where disengagement from education has led to antisocial behaviour and criminal activity.

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Apprentice Master to join our team in Kununurra where the focus is on hands-on learning, skill acquisition, and mentorship providing a proactive approach to fostering resilience and community engagement among youth and young participants.

The role will require availability for 2 x 10-week blocks, the first of which we envisage will commence in June/July this year.

In this role, you will:

• Work closely with young participants, guiding them through hands-on engineering projects.
• Assist in the fabrication, assembly, and installation of metal structures.
• Provide mentorship and share your expertise to help youth develop technical skills and confidence.
• Collaborate with our team to ensure all work is culturally appropriate and aligned with the program’s educational goals.
• Participate in creating a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters personal growth and reengagement with education or employment pathways.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a boilermaker/fabricator/welder or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of welding, metal fabrication, and safety procedures.
• Ability to work with and mentor youth from diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to supporting First Nations youth and understanding of cultural sensitivities.
• Willingness to contribute to a program focused on community development and social impact.

Salary will be negotiated as part of the employment process

Benefits:

• Work in the beautiful and culturally rich environment of Kununurra.
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of at-risk youth.
• Be part of a dynamic team committed to creating positive social change.

How to Apply:

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to use your skills to help shape the future of young people, we’d love to hear from you.

Please click Apply Now to submit your application.

For more information, please contact Prue on 0499 997 940 or Anita on 0427 658 328.