Programmed, in partnership with Tweed Shire Council has an exciting opportunity for Civil Construction Apprenticeships specialising in Road Construction and Maintenance commencing January 2025.
As the largest Council on the north coast of New South Wales, Tweed Shire Council delivers more than 50 services to 94,000 residents over an area of 1303 square kilometres.
The Tweed Shire Council mission is to work with community and partners, provide leadership in facilitating and delivering services that manage growth sustainably; create opportunity; and enhance the value of their civic and natural assets for this and future generations.
Whilst engaged in this apprenticeship you will be required to work outdoors and at times in a challenging environment being hot, dirty and dusty. Working in civil construction can be a physically demanding industry so it is essential you can meet these requirements before applying for these positions.
Undertaking an apprenticeship , you will learn, but not limited to, the following:
Learn to construct and rehabilitate roads and road furniture.
Plan and organise work.
Carry out measurements and calculations.
Read, interpret plans & specifications.
Use hand and power tools.
Control the work methods to ensure that construction work is carried out in an efficient and compliant manner.
Comply with safety procedures to maintain a safe work environment and to ensure compliance with Workplace Health and Safety Legislation.
Ongoing coaching, mentoring and support to complete a Nationally recognised qualification - Certificate III in Civil Construction - Road Construction Maintenance RII30920.
To be considered you must have the following:
General Construction Induction Card (White Card) prior to commencement.
Current drivers licence and reliable transport.
Flexible to work days and potentially night works.
Strong commitment to complete the apprenticeship.
Other Requirements
Passion for 'hands on work' and a genuine desire to work in construction.
General labouring experience desirable but not essential.
Motivated and willing to learn with a positive self-starter attitude.
Competent numeracy & literacy skills with Year 10 High school certificate.
Commitment to complete theory/written and practical components of the qualification.
Location:
The position can be directed to work anywhere within the Tweed Shire and is currently based out of the Murwillumbah Depot.
Applying for this position: Please ensure you upload a cover letter stating why you wish to be a Civil Construction apprentice with a current resume listing your education, skills, qualifications, work history and nominated referees.
Applications close 4.00pm AEST Monday 4 th of November 2024.
Prior to an offer of employment a pre-employment medical examination 'fit for work' (including passing a drug and alcohol screen) is required. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply.
Who we are
As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.
At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.
So it's over to you. If you would like to join our team, APPLY now.
To learn more about working with Programmed, we encourage you to visit our website. Please click here to apply.
As the largest Council on the north coast of New South Wales, Tweed Shire Council delivers more than 50 services to 94,000 residents over an area of 1303 square kilometres.
The Tweed Shire Council mission is to work with community and partners, provide leadership in facilitating and delivering services that manage growth sustainably; create opportunity; and enhance the value of their civic and natural assets for this and future generations.
Whilst engaged in this apprenticeship you will be required to work outdoors and at times in a challenging environment being hot, dirty and dusty. Working in civil construction can be a physically demanding industry so it is essential you can meet these requirements before applying for these positions.
Undertaking an apprenticeship , you will learn, but not limited to, the following:
Learn to construct and rehabilitate roads and road furniture.
Plan and organise work.
Carry out measurements and calculations.
Read, interpret plans & specifications.
Use hand and power tools.
Control the work methods to ensure that construction work is carried out in an efficient and compliant manner.
Comply with safety procedures to maintain a safe work environment and to ensure compliance with Workplace Health and Safety Legislation.
Ongoing coaching, mentoring and support to complete a Nationally recognised qualification - Certificate III in Civil Construction - Road Construction Maintenance RII30920.
To be considered you must have the following:
General Construction Induction Card (White Card) prior to commencement.
Current drivers licence and reliable transport.
Flexible to work days and potentially night works.
Strong commitment to complete the apprenticeship.
Other Requirements
Passion for 'hands on work' and a genuine desire to work in construction.
General labouring experience desirable but not essential.
Motivated and willing to learn with a positive self-starter attitude.
Competent numeracy & literacy skills with Year 10 High school certificate.
Commitment to complete theory/written and practical components of the qualification.
Location:
The position can be directed to work anywhere within the Tweed Shire and is currently based out of the Murwillumbah Depot.
Applying for this position: Please ensure you upload a cover letter stating why you wish to be a Civil Construction apprentice with a current resume listing your education, skills, qualifications, work history and nominated referees.
Applications close 4.00pm AEST Monday 4 th of November 2024.
Prior to an offer of employment a pre-employment medical examination 'fit for work' (including passing a drug and alcohol screen) is required. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply.
Who we are
As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.
At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.
So it's over to you. If you would like to join our team, APPLY now.
To learn more about working with Programmed, we encourage you to visit our website. Please click here to apply.
