Apprentice Carpenter

APPRENTICE CARPENTER
Scone
Full-Time – Fixed Term Contract (up to 4 years)

About the Role
Council are currently looking for a motivated Apprentice Carpenter to learn everything about building construction and maintenance tasks around the Shire.
This is an outstanding opportunity for candidates to develop a dynamic and fulfilling career with a well-established organisation which supports our local community.  Joining the Council Parks & Facilities team, based out of the Scone Depot, you will work under the guidance and mentorship of our experienced and passionate Building Maintenance Supervisor and receive formal training through a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
Upon completion of your four-year apprenticeship, you will have earned a trade qualification that is recognised nationally.

What’s on Offer:
- $584.20 - $920.10 commencement salary + 11.5% super and the opportunity for salary progression
- Christmas break shut down
- Financial support available for out of pocket training expenses
- 9 day fortnight (that means every second weekend is a long weekend!)
- 20 days paid annual leave every year and generous sick leave entitlements
- Access to additional training and development opportunities
- Salary sacrifice options

About You:
Our successful applicant will have a NSW Record of School Achievement (RoSA) or equivalent and will have sound literacy, numeracy, oral and written communication skills. The willingness and capability to learn and complete required training is essential, as is the ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.

About us:
Council is a progressive and caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliver quality services to support our community. We strive to make a difference and add value to the lives of our community. Everything we do is underpinned by the values of the organisation and staff, which are being honest, open and accountable, having mutual respect for all people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on our commitments, providing efficient, effective and reliable services to ensure staff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility.

Located in the picturesque Upper Hunter, our shire encompasses the townships of Merriwa, Murrurundi, Aberdeen and Scone. All great places to live and work, come and see for yourself!

Closing Date:
Wednesday 26th February, 2025

Job Description:
To view the job description for this role, please click here. 

Enquiries, Further Information and Applying:
Give Roda Newbery, Parks & Facilities Coordinator, a call on 02 6540 1165 or e-mail hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au to discuss this exciting opportunity. Or you can just submit an application online by the closing date by clicking the "Apply" button below.

Upper Hunter Shire Council is a progressive and caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliver quality services to support our community.  Council supports and encourages career development and personal and professional growth for our employees.  We also appreciate the importance of work/life balance.
Benefits of working for Council include flexible work arrangements, career opportunities, a range of salary sacrifice options and rewards for performance.  Council is committed to the principles of employment equity and diversity and is a smoke free workplace