Apprentice Stonemason

**_Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?_**
- Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies._
- **Two x Apprentice Stonemason opportunities, Heritage Stoneworks**:

- **Commencing late January 2024**:

- **3 Year Temporary Full-Time opportunity - Alexandria location**:

- **Apprentice Wages Level 1-3, ($1421.10per fortnight - $2184.00 per fortnight), plus fares and travel, and all other applicable allowances**

**About Us**

If you're looking to learn and expand your skills set and join one of the world’s oldest professions, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for Our Heritage Stoneworks team are seeking **2 x** **Apprentice Stonemasons** to make a valuable contribution preserving the State’s heritage.

Stonemasonry is a craft that has been around since the start of human civilisation and has created some of the world’s most cherished buildings and monuments. Our specialist Government agency is focussed on the restoration and conservation of iconic sandstone buildings. The apprenticeship will be based in our Alexandria workshop, but there will also be site-based work and training at Miller TAFE.

In NSW, we have over 1,300 state-owned properties made from sandstone that require ongoing maintenance, including hospitals, court houses, schools and police stations. We are also involved in commercial projects.

**About You**

You will have a “hands on” approach, and a genuine passion and creative flair for this opportunity. You will have strong attention to detail, experience working with your hands and a willingness to learn all aspects of the trade.

**Essential Requirements**
- Have the capability to enrol and complete a stonemasonry trade apprenticeship.
- Willingness to travel to remote locations which may include overnight stays.

For more information read the full Role Description: Apprentice Stonemason

**About Us**

The Department of Planning and Environment’s (DPE) vision is to create thriving environments, communities and economies for the people of New South Wales. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and seeks to embed Aboriginal cultural awareness and knowledge throughout the department.

In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. DPE supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments.

**To Apply**

DPE strongly recommends all applicants who can be safely vaccinated for COVID-19, to be so.

**Applications close Monday, 4**th** December 2023 at 11:55PM.**

Should you require further information about the role please contact **Paul Thurloe via 0407 257 557.**
- A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months._

**Looking for more information or assistance in applying?**

Our Diversity team can assist to:

- provide alternative formats to apply
- make adjustments to the recruitment process
- offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks

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