Civil Construction Trainee (Certificate III) – MCA Engineering
About Us
MCA Engineering is a trusted leader in delivering innovative solutions and expert advice to the minerals and construction sectors across Australia. With a focus on excellence, we pride ourselves on building success through the experience, knowledge, and skills of our dedicated team. Our expertise spans mining, industrial, and construction sectors, where we’ve delivered a range of complex, challenging projects—big and small.
At MCA, we’re committed to safety, quality, and continual improvement, providing our clients with industry-leading services backed by a dedicated team of professionals.
The Role
We are currently seeking a motivated individual to join MCA Engineering in Parkes as a Civil Construction Trainee (Cert III).
This is an excellent opportunity for someone keen to kickstart their career in civil construction and gain hands-on experience working across a variety of projects in our Parkes workshop and on sites.
You will work alongside experienced tradespeople and supervisors, learning skills in plumbing, formwork, concreting, trenching, earthworks, and general civil construction while completing your Certificate III qualification.
Key responsibilities include:
•Assisting tradespeople in civil construction tasks
•Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
•Using hand and power tools under supervision
•Following instructions and safety procedures
•Learning and applying industry best practices
•Opportunity to work across other MCA branches and sites as part of your training
Requirements
•A genuine interest in civil construction and a desire to learn
•Willingness to commit to completing your Cert III qualification
•Ability to take direction and work well in a team
•Strong work ethic, reliability, and good communication skills
•White Card (or willingness to obtain)
•Driver’s licence preferred
•Must be able to pass a pre-employment medical including drug & alcohol testing
Rewards & Benefits
•Earn while you learn — full-time paid apprenticeship
•Structured training and mentoring by experienced civil trades
•Exposure to a wide range of civil and mining projects
•Strong career development and future job opportunities within MCA
•Great team environment with a safety-first culture
If this sounds like the opportunity you’re looking for, please send your resume to recruitment@mcagroup.com.au or apply now.