What you’ll do -

Whilst studying a Certificate III Scaffolding over 2 years, you’ll have the chance to:

- Plan, build and erect scaffold and working platforms on various construction, commercial, industrial & mining sites
- Check and maintain scaffolding equipment and inspect scaffold structures for safety
- Picking, carrying and packing scaffolding components
- Assist in general maintenance duties that are within the limits of the skills, competence and ability of a trainee.

What we’re looking for -

- Commitment to both on and off the job training.
- Good attention to detail and time management
- Ability to work at heights
- Strong communication skills
- Physically fit and able to withstand the physical demands of the job

Must-haves -

- Current drivers licence, or close to obtaining
- White Card (or willingness to obtain prior to employment)
- Working with Children’s Check and Police check (or willingness to obtain prior to employment)
- Willingness to undergo pre-employment Audiometry, Drug and Alcohol screening, Functional capacity assessment and Hepatitis A & B immunisation
- COVID vaccination

Why Zeal Futures? We do more than just get you a job. We employ you and back you the whole way – with training, mentoring, guidance, support and real career opportunities. Real income, real skills.

Perks include

- Nationally recognised training
- Access to coaching, training & support
- Discounts on Health & Wellbeing services




- Counselling and ongoing mentoring
- Opportunities to rotate across employers for further exposure.

How to apply

- Click “Apply” or visit zealfutures.com.au/vacancies
- Upload your resume and a short cover letter
- We’ll be in touch with next steps if you are successful!

What’s next? After submitting your online application, you may be invited to complete online testing, interviews, and pre-employment medicals. We’ll also contact your references if you progress through these recruitment stages. Please be sure to check your emails (including your junk folder) and respond to missed phone calls, voicemail messages and text messages.

Questions? Contact Nicole Lean on [0476 810 138](tel:0476 810 138).

Applications close 9th October 2026.

Zeal Futures is an equal opportunity employer and proud Diversity Champion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women in trades, mature-age applicants, and people with disabilities or diverse cultural backgrounds. If you require assistance with the recruitment process (for instance, this may be filling out forms, interviews, or completing online tests), please contact your recruitment representative.

We are happy to provide any necessary reasonable adjustments or assistance you may need. Please do not hesitate to ask for any help. We look forward to hearing from you.

📌 Scaffolding Traineeship (Wollongong)
🏢 Zeal Futures Illawarra
📍 Wollongong