Description:
Apprentice Painter and Decorator
WHY US:
Your chance to be part of the team that creates and maintains our infrastructure. We’re responsible for managing our habitats and surroundings, so they are beautiful - now and for the future. Bring your skills and experience, become a steward of our council environment in a modern organisation that’s making a tangible difference.
JOB DETAILS
2 x Temporary Full Time
36 Hours
4 to 5 days per week
Salary - $25,604 to $49,469
JOB DESCRIPTION:
This apprenticeship is a full-time position within our facilities Management team. The successful candidate will work towards the completion of their Certificate III in Painting and Decorating. This is an ideal opportunity to gain experience developing practical skills in painting and decorating on a diverse range of Council assets. This role is offered as an apprenticeship and is open to new starters and continuing apprentices in 1st or 2nd year of the same qualification.
ABOUT YOU
The successful applicant will have:
- Completion of Year 10.
- Possession of or immediate ability to obtain a White Card
- Willing to enrol and complete apprenticeship in Certificate 3 Painting and Decorating
- Class C driver’s licence (or Provisional licence) and/or willing to obtain MR license.
- A genuine interest in painting and decorative activities.
- Knowledge and perception of colours.
- Ability to set priorities and organise work.
- Strong communication skills.
- Able to take direction and implement feedback on performance.
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
- Demonstrated willingness to learn.
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT LCC
- 36 hour, four-day work week
- Council offers career progression opportunities and ongoing support
- Access to mentoring and coaching from senior team members
- Internal professional Learning and Development
- Fitness Passport
Salary will be dependent upon the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant.
Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.
To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.
HOW TO APPLY: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter, current resume and response to the selection/essential criteria questions which will be shown once you commence your application
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CLOSING: 06/08/25
Be part of creating the future, For further information about the position please contact Robert Werne Team Leader Facilities Maintenance Programs on (02) 8711 7013 or Elizabeth Costa Coordinator Facilities Maintenance Programs (02) 8711 7758