Civil Construction Traineeship - Expression of Interest

Programmed Training Services specialises in employing Apprentices and Trainees across various industries and delivering nationally accredited training programs.

We are currently seeking expressions of interest for a Civil Construction Traineeship, specialising in Road Construction and Maintenance, located in the Townsville Region, QLD.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

As a trainee, you will be hosted by a leading Civil Construction company that offers excellent mentoring, hands-on training, and a focus on teamwork and innovation. This role will involve working outdoors in potentially challenging conditions, including heat, dust, and night shifts on a rotating roster. Civil construction is a physically demanding industry, so it's important that applicants can meet these requirements. The position offers an excellent above-award pay rate with potential overtime and penalty rates.

Undertaking a traineeship you will learn, but not limited to, the following:

• Learn to Construct and Rehabilitate Roads and Road Furniture


• Plan and organise work


• Carry out measurements and calculations


• Read, interpret plans & specifications


• Use hand and power tools


• Potential to obtain plant/machinery accredited tickets


• Control the work methods to ensure that construction work is carried out in an efficient and compliant manner


• Comply with safety procedures to maintain a safe work environment and to ensure compliance with Workplace Health and Safety Legislation


• Ongoing coaching, mentoring and support to complete a Nationally recognised qualification - Certificate III in Civil Construction - Road Construction Maintenance RII30915

Mandatory Requirements

• OHS Construction White Card essential prior to commencement


• Current Drivers Licence and reliable transport


• Flexible to work days and potentially night works


• Flexible to work away on a roster/rotation


• Strong commitment to complete Traineeship


• Must be a self-starter and demonstrate initiative

Other Requirements

• Passion for 'hands on work' and a genuine desire to work in construction


• General labouring experience an advantage


• Motivated and willing to learn with a positive self-starter attitude


• Competent numeracy & literacy skills with Year 10 High school certificate


• Proven experience working within a team environment


• Commitment to complete theory/written and practical components of the qualification

Location:

Applicants must live in the Townsville QLD region to be considered for this opportunity.

Prior to an offer of employment a pre-employment medical examination 'fit for work' (including passing a drug and alcohol screen) is required.

Who we are

As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.

At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

So it's over to you. If you would like to join our team, APPLY now.

To learn more about working with Programmed, we encourage you to visit our website.