Apprenticeship Program Intake 2026

Who we are

Nyrstar is a global multi-metals business, with a market leading position in zinc and lead and growing positions in other base and precious metals. Nyrstar has mining, smelting and other operations located in Europe, the Americas and Australia and employs over 4,000 people. The company’s global operations are located close to key customers and major transport hubs to facilitate delivery of raw materials and distribution of finished products. In August 2019, Nyrstar’s operating business became majority owned by Trafigura, a market leader in the global commodities industry, providing a stable long term platform for its marketing leading operations worldwide. Visit www.nyrstar.com

Overview of the role

Nyrstar Port Pirie are seeking motivated people to join our Apprenticeship Program Intake in February 2026. You will learn, develop skills and be supported throughout a 4 year program by dedicated Mentors and experienced Tradespeople.

Become a qualified Electrician, Mechanical Fitter or Boilermaker at the Port Pirie site and gain hands-on experience to maintain plant and equipment that produces the world’s metals – think lead for producing batteries and hybrid and electric vehicles and silver to produce switches for turning circuits on and off and making coins, and jewellery!

We offer a career of challenge, reward and growth in a company that is focused on being a leader in our field. Safety, Health, Hygiene & Environment are the foundation of all our values – we live safety by living our values: Respect, Ownership, Excellence, and Teamwork.

To see what our team have to say about the program, check out this video -

Nyrstar Apprenticeship Program

About you

We are seeking people who are motivated to learn and develop their skills over a 4 year program with the drive to become qualified, competent and confident Tradespeople. You will be committed to learn through hands-on practical experience, coupled with RTO (registered training organisation) study. With an overriding commitment to Safety, Health, Hygiene and Environment you will demonstrate a keen interest in your chosen trade, either through school, work experience, hobbies or similar. And last, but definitely not least, a positive attitude and focus on team and individual performance is highly regarded!

To be considered for a role, you must have completed Year 11 by the end of 2025 and be over 16 years of age. 

Applications

If you’re ready to embrace this opportunity and build a life-long career, click Apply Now!

Please include the following documents in your application:

• A cover letter, telling us a bit about yourself, why you’re applying and which trade you’re interested in – Electrician, Mechanical Fitter or Boilermaker.
• Current resume
• Most recent school report (only required if attended school in last 2 years)
• TAFE or other training transcripts

Applications close Sunday 24th August 2025.

Please direct any initial enquiries to portpirie.recruitment@nyrstar.com

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