Job Description

Structural Landscaping & Construction Apprenticeship with JR Construction & Retaining Walls

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Location: Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter Valley NSW

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Work Type: Full-Time

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Company: JR Construction & Retaining Walls

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About JR Construction & Retaining Walls

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JR is a family-owned local business specialising in retaining walls and exterior construction throughout Newcastle, Maitland and the Hunter Valley.

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Led by Rick, a fully qualified and licensed builder, and Justin, who brings extensive earthmoving experience, JR combines specialist knowledge with quality equipment to deliver a wide variety of structural landscaping and construction projects.

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At JR, you'll gain experience on engineered retaining walls and structural landscaping projects, not just garden maintenance; giving you valuable skills across both landscaping and construction.

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We take pride in delivering high-quality workmanship and providing reliable, professional service to our clients. We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking apprentice who is eager to learn, enjoys working outdoors, and wants to build a long-term career in the construction industry.

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What We Offer

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- Earn while you learn with a Certificate III in Landscape Construction
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- A fun, supportive and friendly team workplace
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- Ongoing training, mentoring and hands on experience
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- Career development opportunities within a growing local business
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- Opportunity to learn from experienced tradespeople using specialist equipment
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What You'll Be Doing

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As an apprentice,



you'll gain hands on experience across a wide range of structural landscaping and construction projects, including:

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- Constructing a variety of retaining walls
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- Preparing slabs, footings and tying steel for concrete
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- Learning surveying, levelling and excavation techniques
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- Handling, placing and finishing concrete
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- Turf and paving preparation
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- Planting and irrigation
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- Mowing, spraying, slashing, trimming, fertilising and watering when required
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- Reading site drawings and engineering details
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- Working alongside other contractors and trades
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- Moving materials and assisting with site preparation
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- Developing practical skills across all aspects of structural landscaping and construction
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No two days are the same, giving you the opportunity to develop a broad range of practical skills while working on diverse projects across the Hunter region.

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What We're Looking For

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We're looking for someone who is reliable, motivated and willing to learn.

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You will need

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- A current Australian driver's licence and reliable transport
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- A solid work ethic and positive attitude
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- Honesty, reliability and motivation
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- A willingness to learn and take pride in producing quality workmanship
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- Good communication skills and the ability to listen and follow instructions
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- The ability to work well within a team environment
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- Excellent attention to detail
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- Good organisational and time management skills
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- A commitment to providing quality service
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- The physical fitness required for manual outdoor work
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📌 Landscaping Construction Apprenticeship (New South Wales)
🏢 JR Construction & Retaining Walls
📍 New South Wales