Outdoor Civil Pipe Layer Apprentice – Start Your Trade

JK Williams Group; Penrith; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Get paid to learn - competitive, above

Free qualification - fully funded in C

A crew that’s got your back - a loyal,

Room to grow - real opportunities to a

A company that values its people - get

Job summary

JK Williams Group in Western Sydney is seeking a motivated 1st Year Apprentice Civil Pipe Layer to join our team from early 2027. You'll learn on outdoor sites, working with experienced pipe layers on large civil projects and earning a proper wage while you learn a trade.

The role covers trench digging, reading plans, laying stormwater pipes, ag line and conduits, plus operating mobile plant. We provide training, safety-focused culture, and a clear path to completing a three-year

Qualifications

• Year 10 completed (ROSA)
• White Card (WHS Induction)
• Australian permanent residency or valid work rights

Responsibilities

• Dig trenches
• Learn to read construction plans
• Lay stormwater pipes, ag line and electrical conduits
• Learn to operate mobile plant

Skills

Interest in civil construction

Willing to learn

Team player

Safety conscious

Education

Year 10 completed

White Card (WHS Induction)

Australian permanent residency or valid work rights

Job description

About Us

For over 65 years, JK Williams has been more than a civil contractor — we’ve been builders of communities, forgers of lasting relationships, and dedicated to establishing a legacy of excellence across Australia’s east coast.

Introduction:

About Us

For over 65 years, JK Williams has been more than a civil contractor — we’ve been builders of communities, forgers of lasting relationships, and dedicated to establishing a legacy of excellence across Australia’s east coast.

As a proud family-owned business, we know that our greatest asset isn’t the machinery we operate or the infrastructure we deliver — it’s our people. The dedication, expertise, and commitment of our team is what has made us a recognised leader in civil construction and infrastructure, known for innovation, quality, and integrity.

Our rich history hasn’t just shaped who we are — it’s positioned us for an exciting future. And we want the right people alongside us for the journey.

Description:

Leaving school? Start your trade with JK Williams.

1st Year Apprentice Civil Pipe Layer | Full-time | Western Sydney | Starting early 2027

Not a fan of sitting behind a desk? Want to be outdoors, working on big projects and earning a proper wage while you learn a trade? This could be your first step.

JK Williams Group is a well-established and highly regarded Tier 2 civil construction company based in Western Sydney. We’re looking for a motivated Apprentice Civil Pipe Layer to join our team full-time from early 2027.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll learn to be an all-rounder, working alongside experienced pipe layers on large civil construction sites around mobile plant and machinery. Day to day you’ll be:

• Digging trenches
• Learning to read construction plans
• Laying stormwater pipes, ag line and electrical conduits
• Learning to operate mobile plant
  
  
  

You’ll get to work across a range of projects, including residential subdivisions, civil infrastructure and road construction - so no two weeks look the same.

Who We’re Looking For

• A genuine interest in civil construction and pipe laying
• A can-do attitude and the drive to learn and improve
• Good at following directions and communicating clearly
• A team player who works well in a small crew
• Committed to safety (WHS) on site
• Happy to take on all tasks set by your Site Supervisor
• Willing to work a reasonable amount of overtime
• Keen to attend classes and complete your study
• Committed to finishing a three-year apprenticeship
• Able to read and interpret basic plans (don’t worry - we’ll train you)
  
  
  

Skills and Experiences:

The must-haves

• Year 10 completed (ROSA)
• WHS Industry Induction Card (White Card)
• Australian permanent residency or valid work rights
  
  
  

What’s In It For You

• Get paid to learn - competitive, above-award rates
• Free qualification - fully funded enrolment in Certificate III Civil Construction (Pipe Laying)
• A crew that’s got your back - a supportive, friendly, team-focused environment
• Room to grow - real opportunities to build your career through training and development
• A company that values its people - join a reputable business that genuinely looks after its staff
  
  
  

How To Apply

Sound like you? Here’s how it works:

• Apply via SEEK and make sure you answer all of the screening questions in the application - we use your answers to shortlist, so don’t skip them.
• Group interview: if you’re shortlisted, we’ll invite you to a group interview session at our office in Penrith. It’s a relaxed way to meet the team, learn more about the role and show us what you’re about.
• Final steps: preferred candidates will need to complete a pre-employment medical and drug screen before an offer is made.
  
  
  

Applications close: 16th October 2026

Ready to get your hands dirty and build something real? Apply now

Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.