Civil Construction Apprenticeships

Lake Macquarie City Council; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wage while studying

Paid study time

4-day work week

Four weeks annual leave

12% superannuation

Job summary

Lake Macquarie City Council offers a 2-year Civil Construction Apprenticeship at its Works Depot, with travel to sites across Lake Macquarie. You’ll complete a Certificate III in Civil Construction while earning a wage and gaining practical, hands-on experience in roads, drainage, and public spaces.

You’ll study with full support, rotate across teams, and qualify in a sought-after civil construction skillset with on-the-job and classroom training.

Qualifications

• Completion of Year 10 (or equivalent) with satisfactory results in English and Mathematics.
• White Card (Construction Induction Card) or ability to obtain one before commencing.
• Current Provisional Driver Licence (P1 or P2).
• Positive attitude towards workplace health and safety.
• Ability to undertake manual and physical work outdoors.
• Willingness to learn new skills and gain technical knowledge in civil construction.

Responsibilities

• Assist with road, footpath and cycleway construction and maintenance.
• Support drainage, kerb and gutter works.
• Assist with concreting and asphalt repairs.
• Participate in landscaping and environmental restoration projects.
• Support traffic management and site safety practices.
• Read plans and support construction projects as part of a team.
• Adhere to quality, environmental and WHS requirements.

Education

Certificate III in Civil Construction

White Card (Construction Induction Card)

Job description

Lake Macquarie City Council – Speers Point NSW

Qualification: Certificate III in Civil Construction

Salary: starting from $761.05 to $889.60

Commencing: January 2027

Lake Macquarie City Council is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and culturally safe workplace. We actively support the employment, development and advancement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and women, and are committed to strengthening cultural capability across the organisation.

This is a targeted recruitment opportunity for women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. While applications are welcomed from all candidates, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply and may be given preference where candidates are assessed as having the capabilities required for the role. This approach aims to improve access to employment and career opportunities and is supported under Section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).

Council values the knowledge, lived experience and cultural perspectives that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples bring to our workforce and community.

ABOUT THE JOB

This 2-year Civil Construction Apprenticeship is the perfect opportunity to kick-start your career while making a real difference in the Lake Macquarie community. As a Civil Construction Apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced teams helping to build, maintain, and improve the roads, footpaths, cycleways, drainage systems, parks, and public spaces that our community uses every day. You'll develop practical skills, gain valuable industry experience, and complete a Certificate III in Civil Construction, with full support throughout your apprenticeship. You'll have the opportunity to work across different teams and projects, building a broad range of construction and infrastructure skills.

Through a combination of on-the-job training and formal study, you'll learn how to safely use tools, equipment, and machinery while building the skills needed for a successful career in the civil construction industry.

In this role, you'll gain experience in a variety of civil construction activities, including:

• Road, footpath, and cycleway construction and maintenance
• Drainage, kerb and gutter works
• Concreting and asphalt repairs
• Landscaping and environmental restoration projects
• Traffic management and worksite safety
• Operating tools, equipment, and machinery
• Reading plans and supporting construction projects
• Working as part of a team to deliver important community infrastructure
• Undertake works in accordance with all relevant quality, environmental and WHS requirements.

This position is based at Council's Works Depot and involves travel to sites across Lake Macquarie. Hours are 6:00am to 3:30pm, Monday to Thursday or Tuesday to Friday, with occasional weekend work required with notice.

Read the position statement and capability framework to learn more.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Receive a wage whilst studying towards a qualification starting from $761.05 to $889.60 per week plus 12 per cent superannuation
• Earn while you learn, with all course fees fully funded and paid study time included.
• Receive an Adverse Working Conditions Allowance on top of your pay
• Grow your career, with annual pay reviews and opportunities for pay increases based on performance.
• Enjoy a 35-hour week and a four-day work week, giving you more time for the things you love.
• Four weeks paid annual leave each year
• Learn from the best, working alongside experienced and qualified tradespeople who are committed to supporting your success.
• Access to a wide range of employee health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits – click here for more.

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for motivated people who are eager to learn, enjoy working outdoors, and want to build a career in civil construction.

To be successful, you'll have:

• Completion of Year 10 (Record of School Achievement) or equivalent, with satisfactory results in English and Mathematics.
• A White Card (Construction Induction Card) or the ability to obtain one before commencing.
• A current Provisional Driver Licence (P1 or P2).
• A positive attitude towards workplace health and safety.
• The ability to undertake manual and physical work in an outdoor environment.
• A willingness to learn new skills and gain technical knowledge in civil construction.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility and commitment to completing the required qualification within the apprenticeship term.
• Sound computer literacy skills.

Please note: Applicants who have already completed a Certificate III in Civil Construction, or a higher-level qualification in a related field, are not be eligible for this apprenticeship.

Application deadline: Sunday 25 October 2026.

We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees, and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.

As part of the recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.