yourtown Workskills Construction Traineeship

yourtown Workskills Construction Traineeship

• No experience required

• Car and Licence not essential but preferred

• Must have an interest in Construction

• Paid 21 week traineeship

yourtown is a trusted provider of services for young people with a focus on mental health and wellbeing long-term unemployment prevention of youth suicide child protection as well as support for those experiencing domestic and family violence.

Through the Skilling Queenslanders for Work programs we offer training and support for unemployed or underemployed young people. Were committed to increasing workforce participation driving job growth and improving work opportunities for young Queenslanders.

Realise your potential atyourtown.

yourtown is looking for 8 young people who are enthusiastic about starting a career in the construction industry. This program is a Skilling Queenslanders for Work project which is proudly funded and supported by the Queensland Government. Participants will learn about the industry through hands on industry experience. You will be supported by a qualified Trainer and a Youth Worker.

During the program participants will gain 21 weeks paid industry experience; a Certificate 1 in Construction and assistance transitioning into full time employment following the traineeship. Trainees will work at the BlueCare Ipswich site where you will learn a variety of Construction skills; such as Fencing Carpentry and Grounds Maintenance.

Who can apply

• Young People aged between 15 and 24;

• Must not have completed a Certificate I (in industry);

• Must meet eligibility requirements for a Working with Children Blue Card;

• Must be able to complete a National Police Check;

• Not currently a full time student at TAFE University or School;

• Be local to the (Insert suburb) area;

• Permanent resident of Australia;

• New Zealand citizen permanently residing in Qld;

• Refugee and Humanitarian Visa Holder living in Qld; or

• Temporary Visa Holder living in Qld with the necessary visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency.

Next Steps

If youre ready to launch your career in the construction industry this is your chance to step into a paid traineeship - youll be supported encouraged and empowered every step of the way.

Believe in your potential. We do.

Apply today and take the first bold step toward a future full of opportunity.

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yourtownhas a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and we believe that Safeguarding is a shared responsibility of all for all.

yourtownis committed to providing services that protect and keep children young people and adults at risk free from harm. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory screening for child-related employment including the completion of a National Criminal History Check and retention of a valid Working with Children Check.

Atyourtown everybody belongs. We welcome celebrate and support a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents the communities in which we work.