Job Description

Own your future with an Apprenticeship at Port Stephens Council (PSC) – ready for commencement in January 2027!

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The prospect

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The Civil Construction Apprenticeship is the ideal opportunity for the right candidate to take the first steps in joining the industry!

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You'll have the opportunity to work across our Construction, Roads, and Roadside & Drainage teams. Working alongside experts in their field who are passionate about the work they do.

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Not only will you gain invaluable on the job work experience from the team, you will also undertake a Certificate III in Civil Construction.

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Your Apprenticeship will see you gain experience working on recent projects, rehabilitation projects, and maintenance – including road construction and maintenance, drainage construction and maintenance, concreting, road furniture and asphalting. You'll learn to operate plant and equipment and have exposure to a variety of general manual labour activities.

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What does a career at PSC look like for me post-Apprenticeship?

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Whilst we can't guarantee a permanent position post-apprenticeship, this is what a career path could look like with a Certificate III behind you:

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- Works Hand
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- You could specialise as an Operator or a Multi-Skilled Operator
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- Or move into a leadership position such as a Team Assistant,
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- Or a Team Leader
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The key responsibilities of this role can be found in the position description.

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- This is a contract opportunity – working full-time working 38 hours / week + access to a flexible working arrangement such as a 4-day week or a 9-day fortnight + access to study leave to attend courses at your formal training provider during work hours
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- Base Hourly Range: $19.02 - $32.73 + 12% superannuation + $2,562 retention allowance
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- You'll be rotating across both of the Council depots located at Raymond Terrace and Nelson Bay.
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What does it mean to be an Apprentice at PSC?

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Throughout your Apprenticeship,



you'll receive;

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- Financial support in a paid role, including full payment for your studies
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- Time in your work week to attend your formal training
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- You will also have the opportunity to participate in our internal networking events, where you can meet and socialise with other Apprentices, Cadets and Trainees at PSC
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- Opportunities to develop your own professional and social networks through collaborating with other teams across PSC
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Check out more information on our website here;

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We're all about putting the right people, in the right role! Here's what we're looking for:

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- Demonstrated commitment to the completion of a Certificate III in Civil Construction
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- An understanding of Work Health and Safety (WHS)
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- Access to reliable transport for attendance at both work and external training providers
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- Ability to work in a team environment
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This is life at PSC!

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- Work/Life balance with generous leave entitlements, flexible work options and leave in lieu
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- Long service leave when you've been with us for just over 5 years
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- Health & Wellbeing leave to recharge when you need it
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- Industry leading Paid Parental Leave accessible for all employees – regardless of how you became a parent, we offer 14 weeks that can be taken within 2 years from the birth, adoption, or long-term foster care of your child.
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- PSCare Day available to all employees to take in addition to your regular leave entitlements
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- Confidential support (including mental health) through our employee assistance program
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- Award winning health and wellbeing program PSCare, Workers Health Initiative with access to a broad range of gyms in the area, and discounted health insurance
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- Free parking on site
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- And lots more...
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Enough about us, we want to hear about you! So tell us about...

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- Why you want a career in Civil Construction?
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- How will you balance your workplace responsibilities with the study requirements of the apprenticeship?
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📌 Apprentice Works Hand (New South Wales)
🏢 Port Stephens Council
📍 New South Wales