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Defence

With more than two decades of working in the defence shipbuilding and sustainment industry, SM TAFE has a proven track record of producing job-ready workers. 

Our focus is on providing training for the exciting and rewarding defence industry. There are fantastic career opportunities available in trade areas such as structural steel and welding, metal fitter and machinists, industrial electricians and electricians. Our facilities are world-class, providing students with hands-on experience in a real-life industry setting.

We partner with the defence industry to service its increasing need for skilled trade workers. We support the industry to attract, train, retain and re-train skilled workers and our pathway programs bring together schools, TAFE and higher education and our nationally accredited courses can be customised to suit employers' needs. 

Defence study pathways

Defence industry brochure (518 KB) (PDF document)

Explore defence careers

Have you considered studying in courses that support the Defence industry?

Defence in Western Australia also includes logistics and warehousing, maritime, information technology and engineering. Navigate to those industry areas using their links to explore courses with strong employment growth. 

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    Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Sheetmetal working)

    National ID MEM30319 | State ID AD62

    Launch your trades career as a sheet metal worker or light metal fabricator in mining or construction.

    Campuses

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship

    Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Surface finishing)

    National ID MEM31922 | State ID AE18

    Gain options to work in the surface preparation and coating industry in areas such as oil and gas, marine, plant construction and maintenance, defence and site maintenance.

    Learn in specialised facilities

    South Metro TAFE's Carlisle Campus is WA's major centre for...

    Campuses
    • Carlisle

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship

    Certificate III in Engineering - Industrial Electrician

    National ID MEM31219 | State ID BEK1

    Designed in collaboration with the resources industry this course meets the demand for skilled workers in industrial electrotechnology.

    Campuses
    • Munster

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship

    Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting)

    National ID MEM30219 | State ID AD58

    Launch your trades career as a machinist, mechanical fitter, metal plater or plant mechanic in mining, automotive, or hydraulics.

    Campuses
    • Thornlie
    • Rockingham

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship

    Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting/machining)

    National ID MEM30219 | State ID AD57

    Launch your trades career as a machinist, mechanical fitter, metal plater or plant mechanic in mining, automotive, or hydraulics.

    Campuses
    • Rockingham
    • Thornlie

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship

    Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Machining)

    National ID MEM30219 | State ID AD56

    Learn to machine, modify and gain skills in the maintenance of plant and equipment, machinery and power stations.

    Campuses
    • Rockingham
    • Thornlie

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship

    Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical

    National ID UEE62122 | State ID BHZ3

    Become a specialist in automation, mechatronics, administering or upgrading infrastructure, among many other engineering skills.

    Campuses
    • Munster

    Study Modes
    • On Campus

    Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction

    National ID MEM30719 | State ID BEJ7

    Become a tradesperson working in the exciting marine craft construction industry.

    Campuses
    • Naval Base

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship