Civil Trainee

Protech Group (Australia); Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Protech on the Gold Coast is offering a 3‑year traineeship in Civil Construction that starts immediately. Hosted by a government organisation, you’ll gain hands‑on experience on road construction and maintenance while earning a nationally recognised qualification.

The role includes day shifts in a Gold Coast location, on‑the‑job training, and mentoring. Requirements include a current driver licence, Construction White Card, the ability to perform outdoor work, and a readiness to pass

Qualifications

• Current Driver Licence
• A genuine interest in building a career in Civil Construction
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Previous civil, labouring or construction experience highly regarded but not essential
• Construction White Card
• Ability to perform physical outdoor work
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug test
• Provide two recent, contactable work references

Responsibilities

• General labouring tasks across road construction and maintenance projects
• Assist crews with a variety of civil and roadwork activities
• Set up and pack down site equipment and work zones
• Use hand and power tools under supervision
• Maintain a safe and tidy work environment
• Work as part of a team to support daily operations
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures at all times
• Complete the theory and practical requirements of your traineeship

Skills

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Safety awareness

Education

Certificate III in Civil Construction – Road Construction and Maintenance

Job description

Protech are looking for motivated and reliable applicants who are keen to start a career in Civil Construction. Based on the Gold Coast, this traineeship offers an immediate start, hands‑on experience, and the opportunity to gain a nationally recognised qualification.

ABOUT THE ROLE

You will be hosted by a Government Organisation that will support and mentor you throughout your traineeship. This is a great opportunity to kick‑start your career in Civil Construction, gaining hands‑on experience while completing a nationally recognised qualification. You’ll work alongside experienced crews across a range of road construction and maintenance projects, learning practical skills that can set you up for a long‑term career in the industry.

• Gold Coast Location
• Day shift only
• Gain a Certificate III in Civil Construction – Road Construction and Maintenance (3-year traineeship)
• Permanent fixed‑term employment with a minimum of 38 hours per week
• Annual leave and personal leave entitlements
• On‑the‑job training and ongoing support from experienced mentors
• Opportunity to build valuable skills and establish a career in the Civil Construction industry

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• General labouring tasks across road construction and maintenance projects
• Assist crews with a variety of civil and roadwork activities
• Set up and pack down site equipment and work zones
• Use hand and power tools under supervision
• Maintain a safe and tidy work environment
• Work as part of a team to support daily operations
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures at all times
• Complete the theory and practical requirements of your traineeship

TICKETS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Current Driver Licence
• A genuine interest in building a career in Civil Construction
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Previous civil, labouring or construction experience highly regarded but not essential
• Construction White Card
• Ability to perform physical outdoor work
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment medical and drug test
• Provide two recent, contactable work references