Apprentice Spray Painter and Apprentice Metal Fabricator

 2 x First Year Apprenticeships 

APPRENTICE SPRAY PAINTER - Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology 

APPRENTICE METAL FABRICATOR - Certifcate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Boilermaking)

Primary Work Location: Charmhaven

Central Coast Council is committed to the goals of equal opportunity employment. We aim to provide a work environment for our employees that fosters equity, diversity and respect.

Council is committed to providing safe environments that protect the physical, emotional, cultural and social wellbeing of children on the Central Coast.

Ideally located on the northern fringe of Sydney and just an hour's drive from Newcastle, the Central Coast offers one of the best places in Australia to live and work. Today the Central Coast is one of the fastest growing regions in NSW, with the third largest Local Government Area (LGA) in NSW and the 6th Largest LGA in Australia.

Council is excited to offer 2 Apprenticeship opportunities for motivated people who have an interest in gaining “hands on” work experience and technical training as either a Spray Painter or Metal Fabricator in the automotive industry. The objective of our program is to acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to complete the Apprenticeship, with a view to establishing a career in modifying and repairing vehicles and machinery.

As an apprentice, the primary responsibility in the position is to obtain the knowledge, skills and competence through tertiary qualifications and on-the-job training. 

Apprentices commence as a 1st year apprentice and are trained under the instruction of a suitably qualified supervisor. You may be required to rotate between job locations to experience a broad range of work experience for the duration of the apprenticeship. Council offers an excellent development program with exposure to many elements of the job throughout the course.

Successful applicants are required to enter a training contract for four (4) years. Apprentices will be provided with individual training plans and are required to undertake and complete their trade qualification at either a NSW TAFE campus or through a Registered Training Organisation (RTO). 

We encourage applicants who have a passion for working with vehicles and machinery.

About you

• You are a mechanically minded or hands on person who is interested in developing your skills in a trade
• You understand the importance of being a team player
• You are committed to undertaking and completing the required studies
• You are keen to learn from others to further your career 
• You have a focus on providing the best quality service to the Central Coast

About us

• We are one of the largest employers on the Central Coast, a large and progressive organisation delivering a wide variety of services to our local community
• You will be joining a team who love what they do
• We provide a supportive learning environment with the opportunity to gain "hands on" experience and technical training
• Our team manage the maintenance and repair of our specialised fleet; including cars, trucks, heavy plant, tractors, excavators, aquatic vehicles, trailers and mowers

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA INCLUDES:      

1. Minimum education requirement - Year 10 School Certificate or RoSA (Record of School Achievement) or equivalent leaving certificate;
2. Be an Australian Citizen or granted permanent residency status;
3. Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment.

Successful candidates may be required to undertake a course of vaccinations against Hepatitis A and B and Tetanus or be able to demonstrate their immunity.

Successful candidates may also be required to undertake a Confined Spaces Medical. 

Please click on the Position Descriptions for detailed information on the position and required skills and experience.

• Apprentice Spray Painter
• Apprentice Metal Fabricator

SALARY:

 A commencing salary range of $577.60 to $794.96 per week ($30.1K to $41.4K per annum) plus Superannuation will apply, dependent upon age and school qualifications.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

Applications will be assessed based on information provided in the application. Council receives numerous applications for Apprenticeships and applicants need to meet the essential criteria and clearly establish their aptitude for their chosen role. For additional information on applying for an Apprenticeship role click on the following link : Checklist for applying for a CCC Traineeship or Apprenticeship.

Enquries: Daniel Sheppeard, Team Leader Mobile Plant North on ph: 0401 520 553

If you are deaf, hearing or speech impaired, you can contact us through the National Relay Service TTY call 133 677 or Speak & Listen 1300 555 727.

Applications close at Midnight on Sunday, 21 April 2024

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HOW TO APPLY

Thank you for your interest in the position.

For more information on applying for an Apprenticeship role with Central Coast Council please click on the following link: Checklist for applying for a CCC Traineeship or Apprenticeship.

Apply now using our fast, easy to use on-line application process. 

Don't have access to a computer or electronic device? Applications can be lodged at any of Council's Library locations. Pre-book a free 1 hour computer timeslot by contacting your nearest library https://www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/libraries/our-branches or ask at the enquiry counter.

Please note that you do not need a "password" to use our on-line application system.

You will have the ability to save your application as you go using the 'Save Application' button. You can start an application and return to it later via the automatic follow-up email once you have the time and required information at hand to finally submit your application.  

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To lodge your application, please follow the below steps:

Step 1:  Answer the on-line questions shown below. Please ensure that you provide as much detail as possible in response to the questions asked.

Step 2:  Attach your Resume 

Step 3:  Attach your qualifications and licences (if applicable)

Once your application is successfully lodged you will receive an automated response sent to your e-mail address. If a response is not received this means that your application has not been successfully submitted and you will need to lodge another application.

IMPORTANT: If you require assistance to lodge your application please contact our Talent Acquisition team by emailing recruit@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au to discuss what reasonable adjustments you may need.

Applicants who are selected for interview will be contacted by phone or e-mail. Please be advised, in order to ensure you receive all email communications from Central Coast Council, please whitelist 'recruit@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au' in your preferred email client.  For Further instructions please click here. 

 PLEASE NOTE: By completing and submitting this online application you confirm that any information provided by yourself in this application is true & correct and acknowledge that any offer of employment may be withdrawn should the information that you have provided in support of your application be shown to be false.  You also consent to employment screening checks being conducted where appropriate.  This may include associated checks (Referee check, Working With Children Check, Entitlement to Work in Australia, Employment History and an Australian Federal Police Check) as well as substantiation of educational qualifications, industry memberships, previous Central Coast Council employment history and association with professional bodies.

I also acknowledge that I will be required to provide proof of eligibility (including photo identification) to work in Australia if selected for an interview.