Civil Construction Trainee

Rockhampton Regional Council; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockhampton Regional Council is seeking a Civil Construction Trainee to join our on-site Civil Operations Team in Rockhampton. You will perform general labouring tasks, assist with pipe laying and concreting, and learn to operate small machines under supervision.

A 12-month nominal study term will lead to a Certificate II in Civil Construction. This role is ideal for school leavers or individuals seeking a career pivot into civil works, with a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork, and initiative.

Qualifications

• Willing to complete a Certificate II in Civil Construction over a 12-month term.
• Aged 15 years or older and not at school.
• Hold a C Class Driver Licence (Minimum Provisional).
• Able to meet citizen, residency, and visa requirements to undertake a traineeship.
• Able to complete a satisfactory Police History Check.

Responsibilities

• Undertake general labouring duties in Civil Construction.
• Assist with pipe laying and concreting.
• Operate and maintain small machines and hand tools.
• Work in diverse teams across the Rockhampton region.

Skills

Hands-on

Team player

Self-starter

Safety conscious

Education

Certificate II Civil Construction

Job description

2d ago , from Rockhampton Regional Council

• Monday to Friday, 76 hours per fortnight, 9-day fortnight
• Order – Apprentices and Trainees Wages and Conditions
• Location – Rockhampton

Earn While You Learn

Ready to Build Your Future? Join our Civil Operations Team as a Civil Construction Trainee!

Rockhampton Regional Council is on the lookout for an enthusiastic go-getter who is ready to roll up their sleeves and dive into the world of Civil Construction. You will undertake general labouring duties, including pipe laying and concreting, operate and maintain small machines and hand tools and work within diverse teams across our beautiful region. With the help of our qualified team, you’ll gain a Certificate II in Civil Construction over a 12-month nominal study term.

Whether you’re fresh out of school or looking to pivot into a rewarding new path, this is your moment to shine. Don’t just build roads - build your future with us!

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

• Hands-on and eager to master the skills of Civil Construction
• Team player with a positive, can-do attitude
• Driven self-starter with a thirst for learning and growth
• Committed to maintaining a safe and responsible work environment
• Energetic and proactive, always ready to take initiative

To be eligible for this role, applicants must be

• Aged 15 years or older and no longer at school.
• Able to meet citizen, residency, and visa requirements to undertake a traineeship.
• In possession of a C Class Driver Licence (Minimum Provisional).
• Able to complete a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

Rockhampton Regional Council Traineeship & Apprenticeship opportunities are made available with the assistance of government funding. This position is subject to further eligibility requirements. Applicants must meet one of the following identified groups (you can meet more than one requirement):

• Young people (aged 15 – 24 years)
• People with disability
• Long-term unemployed job seekers
• Displaced workers
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• Women re-entering the workforce
• Mature-age job seekers (45 years or older)
• Veterans and ex-ADF personnel and their families
• Migrants and refugees from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Applications Close: Monday, 9 November 2026 at Midnight (AEST)