Construction and Maintenance Apprentice

2 weeks ago

Wollongong City Council, Australia Illawarra Mercury Full time

Construction and Maintenance Apprentice – Illawarra Mercury

You will embark on a program of learning and skills development as an active participant across our construction, maintenance and asphalt teams, completing general labouring duties including concreting, repair and patching potholes, signage and street furniture maintenance, stormwater drainage and general maintenance on Council assets. The apprenticeship leads to a Cert III in Civil Construction (General) with practical on‑the‑job training supported by TAFE.

Open to both school leavers and mature age applicants eligible for admission to the Cert III in Civil Construction (General). On successful completion you will have the Cert III in Civil Construction and four years of practical experience in civil construction tasks across local government. The program covers theoretical and practical requirements of on‑the‑job and off‑the‑job training.

Location: Services Depot, Oak Flats. Our Construction team is inclusive and supportive, delivering services for the community. The Council's Cadet, Apprentice and Trainee (CAT) Program aims to grow local government skills via job opportunities, training and professional development in line with external tertiary study. CAT participants receive ongoing mentoring while completing a national qualification.

About us

Shellharbour City, located in the Illawarra region, is 80 minutes south of Sydney and home to over 76,000 people. We are committed to a sustainable, values‑driven culture and have received multiple state and national awards. We offer a high‑performing, flexible and supportive workplace with a strong focus on Collaboration, Accountability, Integrity, Respect and Sustainability.

Benefits and conditions:

  • Temporary Full time up to 4 years (or for the duration of the apprenticeship) – 38 hours per week with a 9 Day Fortnight
  • Salary range from $584.20 per week (16 years old) to $803.30 per week (18+), plus 11.5% superannuation
  • On‑the‑job training; compulsory course costs paid by Council
  • TAFE attendance paid; great culture and a progressive team
  • Local government employee benefits such as paid leave, EAP, and other entitlements

Additional information on benefits includes: novated leases, retail discounts, fitness programs, and access to local government benefits (LSL after five years, sick leave etc.).

Important notes:

  • Pre‑employment Medical examination required
  • Close date: Sunday, 12 January 2025 at 11:30pm
  • For more information about the position, see the position description and contact Kristi Barrett, Team Leader, Learning and Development at or L&

How to apply: Complete the online application by answering the questions and describing how your skills and experience relate to the position. Attach your resume and qualifications on the next page. You may save and return to your application. An email confirmation will be sent on submission. Prepare responses in advance and paste into the application fields if needed.

Equal opportunity and diversity:
We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity. We encourage applicants with disability to apply and we commit to discussing reasonable adjustments to roles and work environment where needed. We are committed to being a Child Safe Organisation and to creating a respectful, inclusive workplace for our community.

Closing date: Sunday, 12 January 2025 at 11:30pm.


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