Carpentry Apprenticeship - Launceston

Work & Training; Launceston; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Work & Training in Launceston, Australia, is offering a first year carpentry apprenticeship hosted with our client. You would be employed by Work & Training and mentored by the site supervisor to gain hands-on experience on commercial projects.

The program includes on-site theory training by our Registered Training Organisation and a pathway to the nationally recognised Certificate III in Carpentry (CPC30220), culminating in becoming a qualified tradesperson.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate a strong work ethic and commitment to completing a carpentry apprenticeship.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions and safety procedures on site.
• Be able to pass required pre-employment medicals and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in commercial construction and large-scale developments.
• Participate in formwork and suspended slab activities under supervision.
• Work safely on busy building sites with other trades.
• Use power tools in accordance with WHS policies and procedures.

Skills

Solid work ethic

Willingness to learn

Attention to safety

Pre-employment medical readiness

Education

White Card

Driver's Licence

National Police Check

Working with Vulnerable People Card

Job description

Work & Training, along with our valued client in Launceston would like to offer a first year carpentry apprenticeship to the right candidate.

Solid work ethic and the ability to learn and take instructions are vital for this opportunity, together with a genuine desire to complete this qualification.

What can you gain from completing an apprenticeship through Work & Training?

• You would be employed by Work & Training - one of the largest employers of Apprentices and Trainees in Tasmania, and hosted for the duration of your apprenticeship, to our client.
• You would be part of a committed team and under guidance of the site supervisor.
• Theory training is conducted on-site by our own Registered Training Organisation.
• Your Work & Training Apprenticeship Consultant provides mentoring and employment support.
• At the completion of your apprenticeship you would receive a nationally recognised Certificate III in Carpentry (CPC30220) and become a qualified trades-person.

Learn how to:

• Assist in Commercial construction of large scale developments.
• Undertake formwork and suspended slabs.
• Work safely on busy building sites, alongside of other trade persons.
• Utilise power tools safely and in accordance to WHS policies and procedures.

Essential:

• Hold a current drivers licence and a reliable vehicle.
• Have a White Card
• Have the ability to pass a pre-employment medical that includes drug and alcohol testing.
• Have a current Working with Vulnerable People Card and National Police Check (or ability to obtain).

What happens next?

• Suitable applicants will be contacted for an initial discussion regarding this apprenticeship.
• You may be asked to complete aptitude testing, or other documentation.
• The third stage of recruitment involves a face to face interview with the host employer.
• If you are the successful applicant, you will be signed up in to your qualification, and a start date will be arranged.

We are committed to supporting National Reconciliation efforts through the implementation of our Reconciliation Action Plan, fostering respectful relationships and creating meaningful opportunities with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.