Plant Operator and Civil Construction Apprenticeships (3 Year Duration)
Eurobodalla Shire Council is offering exciting full-time, fixed-term apprenticeship opportunities within the Major Projects Division.
These roles are based at the Moruya Depot and may include travel to Wollongong for block release training as part of the apprenticeship program.
Moruya, New South Wales
Apprenticeship
• Full-time
• Contract
Description
Plant Operator Apprentices:Gain hands-on experience operating and maintaining a variety of Council plant and equipment including rollers, backhoes, graders, tractors, and trucks.
You'll work towards a Certificate III in Civil Construction (Plant Operations) while contributing to essential infrastructure projects.
Civil Construction Apprentices:Develop practical skills in concreting, pipelaying, landscaping, and operating small to medium machinery such as rollers and power tools.
You'll work towards a Certificate III in Civil Construction (Road Construction and Maintenance) through a blend of on-the-job learning and formal training.
The starting salary for these positions is $1,****** per fortnight plus 12% superannuation and is dependent on the age of the employee on commencement.
To view the full salary information, list of duties and prerequisites, please view the following documents:
Position Description For Apprentice Plant Operator
Position Description for Apprentice Civil Construction
About You
You have a minimum Year 10 certificate or equivalent and a genuine interest in civil construction.
You're ready to take on the challenges of an apprenticeship that blends hands-on experience with formal training.
You Also Bring
Willingness and ability to perform physical labour and operate machinery or work on construction sites.
Commitment to completing all components of the apprenticeship, including TAFE.
Basic literacy, numeracy, and computer skills.
A team-focused attitude with good interpersonal and customer service skills.
Interest in mechanical equipment and safe work practices.
Initiative and a willingness to learn and grow within a supportive team environment.
About Us
The beautiful Eurobodalla Shire is located on Yuin Country on the far south coast of NSW and offers an enviable coastal lifestyle with easy access to Canberra and Sydney.
From our beaches to our bushlands, rivers and mountains, the Eurobodalla is a place of inclusive communities embracing sustainable lifestyles.
Over a quarter of our land area is open space, consisting of 10 national parks and 15 state forests.
What We Offer
35 hours per week for administrative staff and 38 hours per week for operational staff.
Health and wellbeing initiatives including access to free counselling through our Employee Assistance Program, TELUS Health One App, Fitness Passport, Social Club and flu vaccinations.
Up to 3 days leave to cover Council closure at end of year period.
9 weeks Council provided paid maternity leave (conditional).
Generous leave provisions including Long Service Leave after 5 years of continuous service, study leave and 3 weeks sick leave annually.
Annual Award increases, performance reviews and a rewards and recognition programme.
Salary packaging programme.
Application Process
Eurobodalla Shire Council follows a merit based recruitment and selection process.
For help and guidance on how to apply for jobs at Council, please visit our websitewww.esc.nsw.gov.auorThe Job Shop.
To Apply For This Position, You Will Need To
Provide your resume detailing your previous work experience.
Provide your cover letter highlighting your skills and experience (OPTIONAL).
Provide your final school report if schooling was completed within the last five years.
Address the screening questions in the form below.
If you found this vacancy via a job search website, please go to the Eurobodalla Shire CouncilVacant Positionswebsite page to fill in the application form.
If you have any further questions about the role, please contact Greg Knight on ************.
Applications close: Sunday 16 November **** at 11:00pm.
Confirmation Of Personal Identity And Working Rights
As part of the recruitment process, should you be successful in obtaining an interview, you will be required to bring with you an original Government issued photo ID for the interview panel to sight.
Eurobodalla Shire Council embraces diversity and encourages applications from people with disability.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, supportive recruitment process.
Please contact us on ************ or via for confidential support to ensure an equitable application process.
Eurobodalla Shire Council is committed to building an inclusive culture where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and identities are celebrated.
We know we perform at our best when we are empowered to be ourselves, and that this, in turn, enables our future success as an organisation.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and address the advertised selection criteria demonstrating their suitability for the role.
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