Griffith City Council

Apprentice Welder / Boilermaker – Readvertised – 4 Year Term

Griffith is one of the most vibrant regional economies in Australia with a large export sector and mature and developing enterprises in value-added food & wine production, retail, residential and industrial development, tourism and agriculture. The city boasts a cosmopolitan lifestyle that has a young & diverse multi-cultural population with authentic cafes and the region’s renowned wine producers. Griffith City Council is proactive and energetic and passionate about creating ongoing opportunities for our growing population.

Council is seeking applications from enthusiastic motivated individuals for the following position.

APPRENTICE WELDER / BOILERMAKER – Re-Advertised (Full Time Term appointment – 4 Years)

The Apprentice Welder / Boilermaker role offers an exciting opportunity to develop foundational skills and gain hands-on experience in the Welding and Boilermaking trade. This Apprenticeship will run for a period of four (4) years, and will include on-the-job training, coaching and mentoring from experienced professionals. At the end of the Apprenticeship program you will attain a nationally recognised vocational qualification. 

This entry-level, Pathways 2680 apprenticeship is open to individuals of all backgrounds, not just recent school leavers, and is ideal for someone who is highly motivated, eager to learn, and enthusiastic about gaining on-the-job experience. As an apprentice, you will work toward a nationally accredited qualification while acquiring practical knowledge and skills that will set you up for success in the industry.

Skills & Knowledge: The successful applicant will require basic mathematical skills.

Hours of work: 38 hours per week. Nine (9) day fortnight.

Salary and conditions: Commencement weekly salary range $803.30 per week plus Superannuation. Remuneration offered will be in accordance with clause 32C wage rates of the Local Government (State) Award 2023.

Griffith City Council offers;   

• Location & Lifestyle
• Pro rata annual leave
• Pro rata sick leave each year
• Career Development opportunities
• Employee Health & Assistance programs
• Access to the fitness passport program
• Fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience
• 100% of training and study costs paid for by Council

Special conditions: Only those with current rights to work in Australia may apply.

Applications close: Monday, 31 March 2025

For any questions about the role please contact Steve Croxon on 1300 176 077.

Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation. We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. People with disability are encouraged to reach out so they can be supported in recruitment processes, to enable them to demonstrate their skills and capabilities to meet the requirements of the job.