Job Description Kick‑start your technical career with Smiths Detection. Smiths Detection is proud to launch a career-focused Apprenticeship Program for individuals passionate about electronics, electrical systems, and hands‑on technical work. This is a unique opportunity to study, earn, and gain real-world experience while supporting mission‑critical safety technology used in high‑security environments worldwide. About the Apprenticeship As a Field Service Apprentice , you will: Be fully enrolled and supported in a TAFE‑recognised Certificate III in Electrical Fitting Work 4 days per week on the job and attend TAFE training 1 day per week Gain practical field experience alongside highly skilled technicians Develop technical, customer, and teamwork skills in a professional environment Progress toward a full‑time career with Smiths Detection upon successful completion of the 4‑year program This apprenticeship is part of Smiths Detection’s long‑term career development initiative, designed to build future technical experts from the ground up. What You’ll Be Doing Working within our Field Service Team, you’ll support the maintenance, installation, and repair of X‑ray and trace detection systems at customer sites, often within high‑security locations. Key responsibilities include: Attending weekly TAFE training and completing all course requirements Travelling to metropolitan, regional, and remote customer sites, including overnight stays when required Assisting with troubleshooting, servicing, and repairing advanced detection equipment Performing preventative maintenance tasks in line with service contracts Supporting corrective maintenance and fault response activities Testing electrical components and circuitry using a multimeter, laptops, and embedded software Diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and electronic faults (24 volts or less) Replacing mechanical parts such as belts, rollers, motors, and generators, using lifting aids as required Assisting in new equipment installations alongside internal teams and external stakeholders Completing service documentation, reports, and compliance records Participating in technical, safety, and compliance training (online and face‑to‑face) Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised work environment Supporting warehouse operations and spare‑parts tracking Joining team meetings, safety briefings, and calibration checks From your second year, you’ll begin developing the capability to: Work semi‑autonomously Participate in the on‑call support roster, including occasional after‑hours work
