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1st Year Concrete Pool and Landscape Construction Apprentice | Newcastle NSW | Full-time | Start ASAP
The Opportunity
Want to work outdoors, use tools and help build high-end spaces people will use every day?
CCGT is looking for a 1st Year Concrete Pool and Landscape Construction Apprentice to join a small construction team working across Newcastle and surrounding areas.
This is a hands-on role where you'll help build custom concrete pools and landscaped outdoor areas.
The Host Employer works on high-value projects with detailed designs, so you'll be learning on real jobs that require care, effort and quality work.
No previous construction experience is needed.
You just need to be reliable, practical and ready to learn.
You will be employed by Central Coast Group Training (CCGT) and placed with the Host Employer for your day-to-day work.
CCGT will support you throughout your apprenticeship while you complete a nationally recognised Certificate III in Landscape Construction
This is a full time role, generally working 7:00am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday.
Some overtime may be required.
What You'll Actually Be Doing
Your first few months will focus on learning site safety, getting familiar with tools and materials, and helping the team with day-to-day construction tasks.
As your skills grow, you'll start learning how to:
Assist with concrete pool construction
Help with landscape construction tasks
Prepare worksites, materials and tools
Carry, move and organise materials safely
Support excavation, formwork, concreting and site preparation
Use hand tools and power tools safely
Follow instructions, plans and site processes
Keep worksites clean, safe and organised
You will not be expected to know everything on day one.




The goal is to listen, ask questions and keep improving.
Why This Is a Good Place to Start
You'll be learning with a small construction team that offers:
Hands-on experience on custom concrete pool and landscape projects
Exposure to high-value outdoor construction work
A mix of fast-paced and practical site work
A team that values quality, effort and doing the job properly
Team building events and occasional social activities
Supportive supervision while you build your confidence
Regular CCGT check-ins throughout your apprenticeship
You'll also receive paid full-time employment, on-the-job training and support from CCGT throughout your apprenticeship.
As your skills grow, there may also be an opportunity to undertake an additional Certificate IV in Concrete Pool Construction, if suitable and desired.
After your apprenticeship, career pathways may include Qualified Landscape Construction Tradesperson, Concrete Pool Construction Worker, Pool Builder, Leading Hand, Site Supervisor or Construction Business Owner.
What We're Looking
For This role could suit you if you:
Enjoy working outdoors and being active
Are interested in construction, landscaping or pool building
Turn up on time and are ready to learn
Listen carefully and follow instructions
Ask questions when you are unsure
Work safely and respect the team around you
Can handle physical,



hands-on site work
Are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Have a White Card
Have a driver's licence
Have your own reliable vehicle
Are willing to complete overtime when required
School projects, work experience, sport, volunteering, outdoor work, hobbies, practical projects or helping family all count.
Include anything that shows you are reliable, hands-on and willing to have a go.
Pay
This is a paid, full-time apprenticeship.
Current first-year apprentice rates are:
$***** per hour, or approximately $****** per week for Under 21, not completed Year 12
$***** per hour, or approximately $****** per week for Under 21, completed Year 12
Rates are before tax and based on 38 ordinary hours per week.
Your exact rate will depend on the applicable apprenticeship classification and will be confirmed before an employment offer is made.
Superannuation and any applicable overtime, penalty rates and allowances are paid in addition.
Once qualified your earning capacity can be up to $120,000
How to Apply
Click
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and upload your resume.
Your resume does not need to be perfect.
You can include school, sport, work experience, volunteering, hobbies, outdoor work, practical projects or any hands-on experience.
What's Next?
Apply online
CCGT will contact you for a quick phone chat
You may meet with CCGT
You may then meet the Host Employer
If it is the right fit, CCGT will help you get started
Questions?
Contact Brooke on
02 •••• •655
or
••••@ccgt.com.au
.
Applications close: 5:00pm 10 September.
Don't wait!
Applications are being reviewed as they come in and the role may be filled before the closing date.

📌 Concrete Pool & Landscape Construction Apprentice (New South Wales)
🏢 Central Coast Group Training
📍 New South Wales