Apprentice Outdoor Power Equipment Technology – Certificate III in Outdoor Power Equipment Technology
Are you looking to kick start your career? Obtain a Nationally Recognised Qualification that will give you the skills to take you anywhere! Townsville City Council is currently seeking applications for the 2026 Apprenticeship intake!
- 48 Months Fixed Term Full Time, 9-day fortnight
- Earn while you learn opportunity available
- AMA40 – AMA50 ($29,987 - $36,287 per annum + superannuation) based on schooling level completion
- Adult (over 21 upon commencement) AMAA75 $50,594 per annum + superannuation
Why Choose Us
Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We are committed to creating value by growing Townsville through driving economic diversity and generating an enriching lifestyle.
Our organisation provides and maintains close to $9b worth of community assets including water and wastewater network and treatment plants, bridges, drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities, sporting venues and more.
We contribute to an active lifestyle for our residents and visitors through events, providing recreational facilities, protecting the natural setting and heritage, while creating a mentally and physically healthy city.
We are driving economic diversity and cultivating an enriching lifestyle, growing a city for this and future generations by building a vibrant, sustainable and innovative city.
Council’s vision is for Townsville to be a connected, lifestyle driven and innovation focused city while continuing to deliver service excellence and to be led by our community to create an exciting today and future.
Our Vision: A globally connected community driven by lifestyle and nature.
Our Purpose: Grow Townsville
Our Values: Safety, Excellence, Respect, Value, Enjoyment
About The Role
Under close supervision from industry professionals, this position undertakes a competency-based apprenticeship to develop a range of skills in small engines through formal and on-the-job learning activities. This position consists of completing a Certificate III in Outdoor Power Equipment Technology at TAFE North Queensland.
You will develop the practical skills and knowledge required to undertake repair and servicing of electrical and mechanical outdoor power equipment including but not limited to, lawn mowers, chainsaws, brush cutters, pumps, generators and a large range of equipment. Additionally, you will learn how to identify the components of small engines, perform daily maintenance, and carry out safe refuelling and pre-start checks.
For more information on the qualification through TAFE, please follow the link: Certificate III Outdoor Power Equipment Technology | TAFE Queensland
About You
In an ideal applicant, we are looking for:
- Willingness to be part of, and promote, a positive safety culture whilst adhering to all Health and Safety policies and procedures Minimum completed of Year 10 with passes in English and Mathematics.
- Minimum of Queensland C class provisional drivers’ licence (or ability to obtain).
- Sound written and verbal communication skills.
- Sound computer skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
- Willingness to undertake the requirements to successfully complete the associated qualification.
What We Offer
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Up to 5 weeks annual leave
- Up to 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
- 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
- Domestic and Family Violence Leave
- Natural Disaster Leave
- Up to 13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
- Salary Sacrifice opportunities
- Learning and Development opportunities
- Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected gym, pool, and yoga facilities
- Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
- Employee Assistance Program
Townsville City Council sincerely appreciates the funding received through the Queensland Government’s First Start Program initiative, which supports the Council in offering this apprenticeship opportunity.
We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!
All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
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