Apprentice Bridge and Wharf Carpenter

APPRENTICE BRIDGE AND WHARF CARPENTER (Cert III Civil Construction)

Do you enjoy working with tools and equipment?  Do you want to start building an exciting and rewarding career while studying for a qualification that is interesting and in demand? If you answered an enthusiastic YES to these questions, then keep reading, this may be the program for you.  Come and let us create a successful and enriching partnership together.

• First Year Apprenticeship 
• Primary Work Location: Erina

Central Coast Council is excited to offer an apprenticeship opportunity to a motivated person who has a keen interest in gaining hands on work experience and technical training as a qualified crew member. The objective of our program is for you to acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to complete the program, with a view to establishing a career as a Carpenter Bridges and Wharves.

• Work in a dynamic and customer focused environment.
• We provide a supportive learning environment with the opportunity to gain "hands on" experience and technical training.
• Role includes working on operational maintenance, repair and construction activities to support Bridges and Wharves infrastructure across the Local Government Area.
• Challenging, interesting and fulfilling work.
• Work 38 hours per week and balance your life with a 9 day fortnight. 

About the Program

You will commence as a first year apprentice and will be trained under the instruction of a suitably qualified supervisor. As your experience grows, you may be required to rotate between job locations to further extend your experience across a broad range of work experience for the duration of the program. Council offers an excellent development program with exposure to many elements of the job throughout the course.

The Central Coast Council Apprenticeship program requires successful applicants to enter a training contract for 36 months with enrolments commencing mid- year 2025. Interviews for the positions will be held during the week beginning Monday 9 June 2025.

The delivery for this course may be a combined study pattern of face to face and/or distance learning. As such you must be willing and able to commit to a combined study method.

You will be provided with individual training plans and are required to undertake and complete a trade qualification at either a NSW TAFE campus or through a Registered Training Organisation (RTO). 

• Minimum education requirement - Year 10 School Certificate or Record of School Achievement (RoSA) or equivalent leaving certificate. Please note: Current Year 10 students are eligible to apply and if successful in selection it will be based on the provision that they complete the Year 10 RoSA and provide documentation prior to commencement in position.
• A General Construction Induction Card (White Card) or equivalent OR are willing to obtain this card.
• A current Class C or Provisional P1 or P2 Driver's Licence or similar or are willing to obtain at the legal age to acquire licence.
• A keen interest in developing your skills and work experience in the industry.
• A passion for the importance of being a team player in a highly team focused organisation.
• A commitment in completing the required studies.
• A willingness to learn from others to further your career.
• Strong customer service skills with an ability to provide the best quality service to the Central Coast.

About the Role

• Supporting the minor construction of concrete/ timber bridges, wharves and signs
• Operating vehicles and cranes to support civil works
• Perform labouring duties on Council work sites
• Complete formal studies and receive on the job mentoring from experienced tradespeople

• Work with relevant tools, plant and equipment to complete work tasks relevant to the position.
• Assist in undertaking and resolving works with regard to minimisation of disruption, customer inconvenience, safety and environmental impact.
• Operate plant and equipment required to carry out duties where relevant tickets have been obtained. This may include excavators, tippers, electrical and pneumatic power tools, power saws, tampers and chainsaws etc.
• Have an ability and willingness to work after hours as required and to respond to call outs and incidents in a timely manner (within 1 hour on site).
• Learn from a terrific team of mentors who will willingly support you throughout your learning journey.
• Contribute ideas and suggestions to improve work tasks.

To learn more about the role please click here.

Other important information

• The salary range for these positions sit between $479.94 to $942.02 per week ($25,024 to $49,116 per annum) dependent on age and school qualifications + 11.5% Superannuation 
• Temporary full-time role (up to 36 months duration)
• This role will be able to access a 9 day fortnight
• The role is primarily located in Erina Depot
• The successful candidate may be required to have vaccinations against Hepatitis A and B and Tetanus.

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.

Applicants successful at progressing to interview will then be invited to attend a group and panel interview which will be conducted during a weekday. Applicants shortlisted for interview will be advised via phone and e-mail. 

Extra benefits

At Central Coast Council we provide team members with a range of extras that help them balance their life when they need it. Fitness Passports give access to a range of gyms. Wellbeing leave can be accessed twice a year to tick off something that means something to you - volunteering, health check ups, a 'me day' to refresh you. And an Employee Assistance Program that offers a range of wellbeing initiatives to help you and your immediate family.

Other extras include:

• Free flu vaccination program
• Time provided for you to do annual skin cancer screening, blood donations and other important health checks
• Access to professional development with career development and learning programs through various platforms
• We reward and recognise our staff with our Cheers program
• Novated leasing partnerships. 

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.

To lodge your application, please follow these steps:

1. Answer the on-line questions shown below.
2. Attach your resume 
3. Attach your qualifications and licences.

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.

If you require assistance to lodge your application please contact our Talent Acquisition team by emailing [email protected] to discuss what reasonable adjustments you may need. 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.

Applicants who are selected for interview will be contacted by phone or e-mail. For further instructions please click here. 

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 finalise your application.  

If you don't have access to a computer or electronic device, you can lodge your application 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: We will not accept unsolicited resumes or applications being presented by recruitment agencies.