Roadside Maintenance Apprentice

City of Wodonga; City of Wodonga; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Flexible Leave Entitlements

Flexible Work Options

Health & Wellbeing

Job summary

City of Wodonga is offering a full-time temporary four-year apprenticeship in Civil Construction in Victoria. You will earn $35.81 per hour plus superannuation while completing formal study toward a Certificate III in Civil Construction and gaining practical experience in roadside maintenance.

Join a supportive outdoor team and develop skills in road, drainage, and infrastructure maintenance, plant operation, traffic management, and site safety as you work across council projects.

Qualifications

• Complete formal study toward a Certificate III in Civil Construction as part of a four-year apprenticeship.
• Four-year apprenticeship with hands-on learning and competency assessments.
• OHS White Card and National Police Check required prior to commencement.

Responsibilities

• Learn and assist with maintaining roads, drainage, pathways, kerb and channel, bridges, guardrails, signage.
• Operate and learn about plant and equipment, traffic management and site safety.
• Support safe, coordinated worksites and contribute to routine recordkeeping and reporting.

Skills

Safety conscious

Reliable

Team player

Outdoor work

Education

Certificate III in Civil Construction

Job description

Full Time temporary position (4-year apprenticeship)

$35.81 per hour + superannuation

Start your civil construction career while helping maintain the roads and infrastructure used by the Wodonga community every day. This four-year apprenticeship combines formal study toward a Certificate III in Civil Construction with practical, supervised experience across Council’s roadside maintenance activities.

Working alongside experienced employees, you will learn how to maintain roads, drainage systems, pathways, kerb and channel, bridges, guardrails, guideposts and signage. You will also develop skills in plant and equipment operation, traffic management, worksite safety and routine recordkeeping while contributing to a supportive and community-focused outdoor team.

Key aspects of the role

Learn through practical experience
Complete formal study, workplace training and competency assessments as part of a Certificate III in Civil Construction. The apprenticeship combines hands‑on learning with structured development, providing opportunities to build practical skills, apply new knowledge and gain experience across a broad range of roadside maintenance activities.

Maintain important community infrastructure
Contribute to the planned and responsive maintenance of roads, stormwater drainage, pathways, kerb and channel, bridges, guardrails, guideposts and signage. This work supports the safety, functionality and long-term serviceability of Council's roadside infrastructure network.

Develop plant and equipment skills
Gain experience using vehicles, plant, equipment and hand tools required for roadside maintenance activities. Responsibilities include routine cleaning and checks, reporting faults and servicing requirements, and operating equipment in line with training, authorisation and workplace procedures.

Support safe and coordinated worksites
Work within established safety requirements, work procedures and traffic management arrangements while assisting with maintenance activities across the municipality. The role also provides opportunities to support other roads, parks and outdoor operations teams, contributing to coordinated service delivery across Council's operational areas.

What we're looking for

We're seeking someone who is interested in civil construction, enjoys practical outdoor work and is committed to completing a four‑year apprenticeship. You'll be eager to learn, safety‑conscious, reliable and able to work effectively as part of a team in a range of outdoor environments and weather conditions.

Why join us?

At Wodonga Council, we support your growth and wellbeing with:

• Career Development – Ongoing learning, mentoring, and progression opportunities.
• Leave Entitlements – Generous and flexible leave to support work‑life balance.
• Flexible Work Options – Where applicable, enjoy adaptable hours and flexible work arrangements.
• Health & Wellbeing – Access to Fitness Passport, EAP, and other wellness initiatives.

Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will be required to provide the following.

• A copy of a recent National Police Check (less than 3 months)
• Evidence of eligibility to work in Australia
• OHS White Card
• The completion of a pre‑employment functional assessment (paid for by the council) will also be required.

Enquiries

Team Leader Roads and Roadsides – Michael Hartshorn – 0466 518 *** - **********@wodonga.vic.gov.au

This position may be filled prior to the closing date if an exceptional applicant is identified.