Apprentice Glass Processor (Canning Vale)

Walshs Glass is proud to be the leader in glass processing, servicing the WA building and construction industry for over 55 years. As an independent family-owned business, our experience and scale underpin our reputation as the experts in glass. Focused on delivering customer excellence every day, we produce and deliver high-quality glass products combined with flexible and reliable service. We pride ourselves on maintaining strong, lasting relationships with our customers
- from small independent glazing businesses to Tier 1 commercial builders. The role We have an opportunity for an apprentice to learn the craft of glass processing and attain a Certificate III in Glass Processing, beginning in June 2026.
- Shift hours: Mon to Thu 06.00am-0230pm, Fridays 06.00am-12.00pm Throughout your 3 year training program, you will learn through our senior operators and leaders in the factory, with guidance and assessment via our Registered Training Provider. You will gain hands-on experience operating the latest and most advanced machinery in glass processing. From precision cutting and laminating to CNC operation, Insulated Glass Unit (IGU) manufacturing and glass toughening. This is your chance to master every step of the production process and build a high-demand trade career with cutting-edge technology at your fingertips. You will also learn how to operate a Gantry crane, obtain a forklift licence and a first aid certificate. At the end of the apprenticeship you will have the prospect to specialise in the factory, take a leadership role, move into other aspects of the business or take hold of learning opportunities in the growing technology of glass manufacturing. This is a physical role where you gain instant satisfaction in seeing your product made and installed in someone’s home or commercial building. About You At Walshs we work within a team environment, working together safely to ensure the product is delivered on time at the quality standard for the customer. To be successful in this role, you must have:
- Successfully completed year 12
- A mature approach and strong commitment to work
- Reliable
- as we have a team that rely on each other to achieve the work.
- A willingness to learn and take direction from senior team members
- A practical, hands-on approach to work.
- Ability to follow set procedures and routines.
- A methodical approach to work. You will be working in an environment where safety comes first. Glass is fragile and we ensure all our employees are well trained in all aspects of glass handling. You therefore must;
- Have the ability to lift 25kg and move glass safely
- A quality and safety mindset. Our employee benefits
- Wellness and lifestyle package of $275 available annually
- Discounted health insurance, gym membership and auto services
- Salary Sacrifice options on IT and portable devices
- Full uniform supplied
- Weekly fruit supply in lunch rooms
- Free parking At Walshs Glass we pride ourselves on creating a working environment that embraces diversity and inclusion that aligns with our core values. Please note only applications with the right to live and work in Australia will be considered for this position. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r3zcw