Location: Strathalbyn, SA

Who are Statewide Apprenticeships

Statewide Apprenticeships is an independent, community-based not for profit organisation that has been servicing the employment and training needs of South Australian apprentices and trainees, business and industry for over 30 years.

The Apprenticeship 

Certificate 3 in Civil Construction Plant Operations (RII30820)
Statewide Apprenticeships are seeking an apprentice civil plant operator to join our team working throughout the Strathalbyn region.

The position is a full time apprenticeship, working a minimum of 38 hours per week and will be paid as per the relevant award unless otherwise advised.

Duties may include

• Carry out measurements and calculations.
• Conduct backhoe, loaders, and construction excavator operations. 
• Read and interpret plans and job specifications and communicate with team.
• Carry out manual excavations and operate small plant equipment.
• Identify and locate underground services.
• Safely dispose of nontoxic materials
• Conduct roller operations and spread and compact materials manually.
• General physical labour 

Skills required / desirable

• Driver’s licence and transport
• White Card training
• Be physically fit, this is a physically demanding role
• Prepared to undergo a Drug & Alcohol screen
• Strong communication skills
• Reliable
• Hard-working
• Have a genuine passion for Civil Construction.
• Roller and or skid steer ticket an advantage
• Have good time management skills
• Committed to completing a 3 year Apprenticeship
• Committed to doing the formal study required to complete the Apprenticeship

Application process

Please attach your resume and cover letter outlining your interest in and suitability for the position.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.