Carpentry Apprenticeship

Golden West Apprenticeships. We are a community based non-profit organisation that specialise in the ‘group employment’ of apprentices and trainees.

Someone that meets the following criteria: - Holds a current Construction White Card - A willingness to develop skills and knowledge. - The ability to listen, follow instructions and ask for assistance when required. - The desire to make a positive contribution to the workplace by being punctual, showing interest and adhering to the relevant workplace policies and procedures. - The ability to act responsibly and safely in the workplace. - The ability to develop effective working relationships both in the workplace as well as with Golden West Apprenticeships team members. - The ability to complete timesheets correctly and on-time.

Work will be based in Roma, Queensland. However, the Host Employer does a lot of work on properties and around the district so you must be willing to travel and to live and work away from home.

You’re interested in completing a Carpentry Apprenticeship in which you may undertake the following day-to-day tasks: - studying drawings and specifications - determining materials required and installation procedures - ordering and selecting timbers and materials, and preparing layouts - cutting joints and materials, as well as assembling cut and shaped parts - erecting framework and roof framing, laying sub-flooring and floorboards - nailing fascia panels, sheaths roofs, and fit exterior wall cladding and door and window frames - assembling prepared wood to form structures and fittings ready to install - constructing concrete framework - repairing existing fittings.

This is an opportunity to develop skills and knowledge through completing on the job working experience and training with an employer whilst completing a nationally recognised course of training through a registered training organisation. Completing the Carpentry Apprenticeship would provide you with the following benefits: - Hands-on experience - Earning while you learn - Industry recognised credentials - Mentorship - Skill development - Career advancement