TRAINING MINING'S NEXT GENERATION

APPLICATIONS FOR HASTINGS DEERING'S 2026 APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM ARE NOW OPEN.

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Since its humble beginnings over 90 years ago, Hastings Deering has grown to become one of the largest Caterpillar (Cat) dealers globally, something made possible by the company's team of specialists.

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, Hastings Deering offers an array of career opportunities across the mining, construction, energy and transport sectors.

This includes a leading apprenticeship program that has been operating since 1967.

Hastings Deering's apprenticeship program offers world-class training for aspiring mobile plant technicians by providing apprentices with the opportunity to work with Cat machinery, innovative technologies, and practical job environments.

“The accredited training program for mobile plant technicians has been running since 2007, offering structured learning that combines hands-on experience with formal training to develop highly skilled technicians,” Hastings Deering apprentice and technical training advisor Jack Toua told Australian Mining.

“Through Hastings Deering's apprenticeship program, apprentices gain technical expertise in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy machinery, hands-on experience with cutting-edge Cat technology, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, workplace safety knowledge and procedures, and teamwork and leadership development.”

With the world facing a shortage of mining professionals, Hastings Deering's apprenticeship program is especially welcome.

“Benefits on offer include competitive wages and structured training, exposure to real-world environments, access to experienced mentors and world-class trainers, career progression pathways beyond the apprenticeship, and opportunities for further training and specialisation in Cat machinery and systems,” Toua said.

After a successful 2025 cohort, Hastings Deering is now accepting applications for its 2026 apprenticeship program.