Apprentice Sign Writer

Are you passionate about art, design, and making a visible impact in your community? The City of Parramatta Council is seeking an enthusiastic Apprentice Sign Writer to join our City Services & Projects team. This is a unique opportunity to learn a skilled trade, contribute to the look and feel of our city, and develop your career under the guidance of experienced professionals. If you are motivated to learn, enjoy hands-on work, and want to be part of a team that shapes public spaces, we want to hear from you.

About the role

This position is responsible for assisting in the design, manufacture, installation, and maintenance of a wide range of signage for Council and public assets, while undertaking all prescribed training and actively participating in learning opportunities to develop the necessary skills for the trade.

On a daily basis you will:

• Support qualified Sign Writers in creating, installing, and maintaining signage across Council assets.
• Learn and apply sign craft techniques, including computer-aided design and safe tool use.
• Assist with machinery maintenance, safety checks, and site preparation.
• Complete required documentation and contribute to safe work practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement and comply with Council policies and WHS obligations.
• Maintain satisfactory progress in your apprenticeship studies.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a strong commitment to learning and personal development, as well as the ability to work safely and collaboratively in a team environment.

You will also bring:

• Completion of Year 10 (ROSA certificate/transcript) or higher, and
• Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• A current or eligible Class C Driver's Licence (P1); MR/HR Licence desirable but not required.
• Interest in art, design, and hands-on work; no prior experience required.
• Willingness to learn, good communication and teamwork skills, and the ability to follow instructions.
• Physical capacity for field work and a commitment to safety.
• Basic computer literacy and the ability to keep accurate records.

What's on offer

This is a Term Contract Opportunity

This role will be at Council's Operations Centre based at Rydalmere, with free onsite parking available.

We are offering an attractive remuneration from $54,286 to $59,378 plus 12% superannuation.

In addition City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include:

• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Significant leave benefits (up to 12 days flexi-time, 3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, flu shots, etc.)

Want to know more?

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description.

Review our Values Flyer which outlines Council's core values and behaviours.

How to apply

Candidates MUST apply online.

Please attach a Cover Letter addressing the Position Description.

Applications close 9pm, 21 November 2025 and will not be accepted through any other medium.

This position requires the preferred candidate to undertake a Pre-Employment Medical Check, which also includes a Drug and Alcohol test.

The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result.

Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, ADF veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.