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Yara Pilbara Apprenticeship & Traineeship Program

Start your career right here in Karratha

Applications are now open for Programmed and Yara Pilbara’s 2027 Apprenticeship and Traineeship Intake. Earn while you learn, gain practical industry experience and work towards a nationally recognised qualification – all while building your career locally in Karratha.

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Current openings – 2027 intake

Applications are now open for the following roles. Apply directly through GO.

Electrical & Instrumentation Apprenticeship

Yara Pilbara · Karratha
  • Certificate III in Engineering – Industrial Electrician
  • Certificate IV in Engineering – Instrumentation
  • 4-year program

Laboratory Technician Traineeship

Yara Pilbara · Karratha
  • Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques
  • 2-year program

Mechanical Fitting Apprenticeship

Yara Pilbara · Karratha
  • Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Fitting
  • 4-year program

Process Operator Traineeship

Yara Pilbara · Karratha
  • Certificate III in Process Plant Operations
  • 2-year program
109+ apprenticeships and traineeships offered since 2013
100% residential and employed locally in Karratha
92% offered ongoing employment with Yara Pilbara after successfully completing their program
13 years Programmed and Yara Pilbara working together

Apprenticeship and traineeship pathways

Available disciplines may vary each year depending on business needs. Applications are usually advertised mid-year to commence the following year.

Process Operator

  • Traineeship
  • Certificate III in Process Plant Operations
  • 2-year program

Mechanical Fitter

  • Apprenticeship
  • Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Fitting
  • 4-year program

Electrical & Instrumentation

  • Apprenticeship
  • Certificate III in Engineering – Industrial Electrician
  • Certificate IV in Engineering – Instrumentation
  • 4-year program

Fabrication/Welding

  • Apprenticeship
  • Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication
  • 4-year program

Logistics, Warehousing & Stores

  • Traineeship
  • Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations
  • 2-year program

Support Services

  • Traineeship
  • Administration, Safety and Human Resources pathways
  • 2-year program

School-Based Pathways

  • Traineeship
  • Certificate II in Engineering
  • 18-month program
  • 1 day per week during Years 11 and 12
Aerial view of the Yara Pilbara facility on the Burrup Peninsula

Working at Yara Pilbara

Situated on the Burrup Peninsula near Karratha, Yara Pilbara operates one of the world's largest ammonia production facilities, producing ammonia used in fertiliser to support global food production.

The adjoining Technical Ammonium Nitrate Plant produces an important material used by Australia's mining industry. Yara Pilbara is also supporting initiatives aimed at developing renewable hydrogen and lower-emissions ammonia production in the Pilbara.

Yara Pilbara operates a residential workforce based in Karratha, offering employees the opportunity to build their career while enjoying the lifestyle and community of the Pilbara.

Yara values diversity, equity and inclusion and welcomes applications from people with different backgrounds, experiences, perspectives and skills.

Learn more about Yara Pilbara

Programmed employees reviewing equipment at the Yara Pilbara facility

Working for Programmed

Programmed is one of Australia's leading Group Training Organisations, supporting apprentices and trainees to build practical skills, gain nationally recognised qualifications and grow their confidence in the workplace.

We have proudly worked alongside Yara Pilbara since 2013, supporting training and employment pathways in Karratha.

As your legal employer, Programmed manages your wages, leave, superannuation, training contract and ongoing support so you can focus on learning and making the most of your opportunity with Yara Pilbara.

You'll have a dedicated Programmed Training Coordinator who will check in regularly, support your progress and help you work through challenges.

See where your pathway could take you

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Join the Yara Pilbara talent pool

Applications generally open mid-year for positions commencing the following year. Register to receive updates about upcoming opportunities, recruitment events and application dates.

Register your interest

Questions? Email jobs.apprenticeships@programmed.com.au or call 1300 440 784.