Apprentice Works Hand X 2

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Port Stephens Council Full time

Overview
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Apprentice Works Hand x 2
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Port Stephens Council
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Own your future with an Apprenticeship at Port Stephens Council (PSC) – ready for commencement in January 2026
The opportunity
The Civil Construction Apprenticeship is the ideal opportunity for the right candidate to take the first steps in joining the industry. You'll have the opportunity to work across our Construction, Roads, and Roadside & Drainage teams, working alongside experts who are passionate about the work they do. Not only will you gain invaluable on-the-job experience, you will also undertake a Certificate III in Civil Construction.
Your Apprenticeship will see you gain experience on new projects, rehabilitation projects, and maintenance – including road construction and maintenance, drainage construction and maintenance, concreting, road furniture and asphalting. You'll learn to operate basic plant and equipment and have exposure to a variety of general manual labour activities.
Career path after the Apprenticeship
While we can't guarantee a permanent position post-apprenticeship, this is what a career path could look like with a Certificate III behind you:
Works Hand (labourer)
You could specialise as an Operator or a Multi-Skilled Operator
Or move into a leadership position such as a Team Assistant
Or a Team Leader
Contract details
This is a contract opportunity – full-time 38 hours/week with flexible options such as a 4-day week or a 9-day fortnight, plus access to study leave to attend courses during work hours.
Pay and benefits
Base Hourly Range:
$24.59 - $31.47
(T4 – T7) + 12% superannuation + $2,464 retention allowance; Under 18:
$18.28 - $21.60
(T2 - T3) + 12% superannuation + $2,464 retention allowance.
You'll rotate across both PSC depots located at Raymond Terrace and Nelson Bay. Key responsibilities include operating basic plant and equipment and general manual labour activities. A full list of responsibilities is available in the position description.
What it means to be an Apprentice at PSC
During your Apprenticeship, you'll receive:
Financial support in a paid role, including full payment for your studies
Time in your work week to attend your formal training
Opportunities to participate in internal networking events with other Apprentices, Cadets and Trainees at PSC
Opportunities to develop professional and social networks across PSC
What we're looking for
Demonstrated commitment to the completion of a Certificate III in Civil Construction
Understanding of Work Health and Safety (WHS)
Access to reliable transport for attendance at work and external training providers
Ability to work in a team environment
Life at PSC
Work/Life balance with generous leave entitlements, flexible work options and leave in lieu
Long service leave after five years
Health & wellbeing leave to recharge when needed
Industry-leading Paid Parental Leave (14 weeks, accessible within 2 years of birth/adoption/foster care)
PSCare Day and confidential support through our employee assistance program
Award-winning health and wellbeing program and access to local gyms and discounted health insurance
Ready to apply?
To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions above. Applications close at Midnight, Sunday, 21 September 2025.
Contact for enquiries
Position related enquiries: Darren McSpadden, Roadside & Drainage Coordinator on ; Application enquiries: Tarryn Whyte, Talent Acquisition Advisor on ; Information on Apprenticeship and study requirements: Tiahna Sanderson, Learning and Development Officer on . For information on our recruitment process, please visit our Careers page on our website for 'How to Apply'.
We're a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer and have partnered with the Veterans Employment Program to support veterans finding meaningful employment. Port Stephens Council adheres to child safe principles and acknowledges the Worimi as the traditional custodians and inhabitants of Port Stephens.
We value mutual respect and care for the land and waterways.
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