Irrigation Technician Traineeship
Benefits:
- Complete a free nationally recognised Certificate III in Irrigation Technology
- Fortnightly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and uniform provided
- Flexible working arrangements with stable hours and leave entitlements
- No study debt and additional licences and training at no cost
Your Host Employer:
The City of Tea Tree Gully is a progressive north-eastern Adelaide council that’s renowned for innovation and service excellence. They strive to support the community, stimulate the economy and create a more liveable, vibrant and accessible city.
Natural open spaces, walking trails and cycling paths, along with a broad range of recreation facilities and community events, add to positive lifestyle choices for residents.
The Role:
Location: Surrey Downs SA
Duration: 36-month full time Traineeship
As an Irrigation Technician Trainee, you will support the installation, servicing and maintenance of irrigations systems within the local council area.
Under the guidance of experienced mentors, your responsibilities will include:
- Install, maintain and audit pressurised irrigation systems
- Troubleshoot and repair irrigation system faults
- Read and interpret irrigation plans
- Implement efficient irrigation schedules
- Install and terminate low voltage wiring systems
About You:
To be successful in this Traineeship, you’ll need to:
- Enjoy working outdoors and with garden tools
- Be committed, reliable and hardworking
- Manage and prioritise time when working under pressure
- Work effectively in a team
- Good communication skills
- Have a can-do attitude, displaying initiative on the job
Role Requirements:
- Driver’s Licence and own access to a reliable vehicle
- Physically fit and healthy due to undertake manual labour work
- Satisfactorily pass a pre-employment assessment, including a drug and alcohol test
- Previous experience in gardening, horticulture, or similar (desirable)
About Maxima:
Maxima is a leading Group Training Organisation – we manage recruitment, placement and ongoing support of trainees and apprentices on behalf of our host employers. We aim to help you kick-start your career into the job or industry of your choice, boost your employment credentials and equip you with the skills and knowledge to be able to succeed in the future.
For further information please visit our website www.maxima.com.au
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.
National Training Wage Award wages and conditions apply.
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