Casual Labour Opportunities

Daracon-Engineering-Pty-Ltd; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 34,440,000 - 44,083,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to rewards and benefits program

Fitness passport

Job summary

Arenco is seeking university students in Civil Engineering or Construction Management to undertake general labouring work on a major Inland Rail project in the Riverina region of NSW. The role is casual, based on-site, with hours arranged to fit university commitments and a 12-month assignment in the Newcastle depot pool for allocation to Wagga Wagga/Junee area sites.

Starting in labouring roles provides hands-on experience in construction processes, site operations, and practical fundamentals.

Qualifications

• Must have White card and RIW (Rail Induction card).
• Must have current driver's license.
• Studying a Bachelor of Civil Engineering or Bachelor of Construction Management.
• Motivated and enthusiastic to gain practical experience in structures/bridges and civil construction projects.
• Willingness to learn from and be mentored by experienced supervisors.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Undertake general labouring work on construction/maintenance tasks.
• Be accompanied by an experienced Supervisor on-site.
• Assist Tradespersons as required in basic tasks.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Motivation

Education

Bachelor of Civil Engineering

Bachelor of Construction Management

Tools

White card

RIW (Rail Induction)

Driver's license

Job description

Arenco is one of Australia's leading specialists in Infrastructure Construction. We take a holistic approach to our clients' work by combining innovative design, high skill construction, disciplined programming and budgeting with a contemporary management approach. Our reasoned attitudes to safety, people, quality, industrial relations and the environment mean we deliver projects with resounding results.

We are seeking University students currently studying a Bachelor of Civil Engineering or Bachelor of Construction Management to undertake general labouring work on a major Inland Rail project based in the Riverina region of NSW. The project is expected to run for approximately 18 months.

Requirements

The role

• This is a casual position based on a major Inland Rail project in the Riverina region of NSW, expected to run for approximately 12 months. Applicants must currently live in or around the local area of Wagga Wagga and Junee and have the ability to travel to and from site as required.
• This role provides valuable hands-on experience on-site, allowing you to develop a strong understanding of practical construction processes and site operations.
• Starting in a labouring position is a great way to build your foundational knowledge and gain exposure to the industry from the ground up as you progress through your studies.
• This is a casual position, offering hours to accommodate your university commitments
• We currently have 25 students in our Casual Labour pool who are based at our Newcastle depot

Main Duties

• Undertake general labouring work associated with construction and/or maintenance activities such as lifting, carrying, stacking, shovelling, digging, use of simple hand tools or small mechanical equipment as well as any other labour tasks as instructed by the Construction Supervisor.
• While you are labouring on-site, you will always be accompanied by an experienced Supervisor.
• Assisting Tradespersons as required in basic level tasks

Ideal candidate

• Must have White card and RIW (Rail Induction card)
• Must have current drivers license
• Studying a Bachelor of Civil Engineering or Bachelor of Construction Management
• Motivated and enthusiastic to gain practical experience in structures/bridges and civil construction projects
• Willingness to learn from and be mentored by experienced supervisors
• Good communication and teamwork abilities

What we Offer

• Access to our rewards and benefits program including fitness passport
• Friendly workplace and team environment

Job preview

In return for your skills, you will be offered the opportunity to work with an employer that values your contribution to the organisation and is dedicated to your career success. We value our people as our key asset and this is reflected in all aspects of our business.
This is an excellent opportunity to work with a stable and supportive employer, where you will be recognised for your high level of skill and contribution to the team. If you wish to obtain further information prior to making an application, please contact us on 02 4974 9200.