yourtown Workskills Construction Traineeship

yourtown Workskills Construction Traineeship

Job no: 496282
Work type: Maximum Term (Full-Time/Defined End Date)
Location: Ipswich
Categories: Traineeship

About the Employer: yourtown is a trusted provider of services for young people, focusing on mental health and wellbeing, long-term unemployment, prevention of youth suicide, child protection, and support for domestic and family violence. Through the Skilling Queenslanders for Work programs we offer training and support for unemployed or underemployed young people, committed to increasing workforce participation, job growth and improving work opportunities for young Queenslanders.

Job Summary: This paid 21‑week construction traineeship will give you hands‑on industry experience, a Certificate 1 in Construction and assistance transitioning into full‑time employment. You will work at the BlueCare Ipswich site learning skills such as fencing, carpentry and grounds maintenance, supported by a qualified Trainer and a Youth Worker.

Key responsibilities: Gain 21 weeks paid industry experience, complete a Certificate 1 in Construction, learn construction skills (fencing, carpentry, grounds maintenance) at BlueCare Ipswich, work with a qualified Trainer and Youth Worker, assist in transitioning to full‑time employment.

Who can apply?

- Young people aged between 15 and 24

- Must not have completed a Certificate I (in industry)

- Must meet eligibility requirements for a Working with Children Blue Card

- Must be able to complete a National Police Check

- Not currently a full‑time student at TAFE, University or School

- Be local to the (Insert suburb) area

- Permanent resident of Australia

- New Zealand citizen permanently residing in Qld

- Refugee and Humanitarian Visa Holder living in Qld

- Temporary Visa Holder living in Qld with the necessary visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency

Contact: Pierre Barras on 0435 969 597 / workskills@yourtown.com.au

Safety & Inclusion: Yourtown has a zero‑tolerance approach to abuse and believes safeguarding is a shared responsibility. All applicants will undergo a satisfactory screening for child‑related employment including a National Criminal History Check and a valid Working with Children Check. Yourtown welcomes, celebrates, and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Applications Close: [information omitted]

Advertised: 26 Sep 2025 E. Australia Standard Time

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