Located at Sydney’s Iconic - Taronga Zoo 4 Year Plumbing Apprentice position - Certificate III in Plumbing Early 2025 start date Taronga Zoo Sydney is looking for a motivated and willing to learn Apprentice Plumber to join our Assets team, starting in 2025 This is a fantastic opportunity for a school leaver, or adult apprentice, wanting to enter the Trades industry and complete their apprenticeship. This role is totally unique; you’ll be working in the zoo grounds on the exhibit facilities for animals such as seal, penguins, tigers, elephants, pygmy hippos and gorillas so much more Taronga will support 1 paid day per week where you will complete your trade studies at TAFE. About the Role… The Apprentice Plumber will provide a broad range of plumbing, draining and gasfitting services for cyclic maintenance, restoration, repairs and basic plumber related construction work, under the supervision of the Leading Hand/ Supervisor. The Apprentice is required to attend TAFE training per week, as part of the standard working week. Key Accountabilities… Perform all types of plumbing, draining and gasfitting maintenance, restoration repairs and basic plumbing construction work, under supervision. Adhere to work requisition systems and follow through with projects in an safe, efficient and effective manner. Ensure work is performed to prescribed quality standards to meet stakeholder and Taronga needs. Perform all trade and non-trade related work activities as scheduled / allocated and instructed by the Leading Hand / Supervising Plumber or management. Comply with and suggest sustainability practices in the workplace to help achieve Taronga’s sustainability targets and reduce environmental impact. Comply with and report any Work, Health and Safety incidents in line with Taronga’s Work, Health and Safety Charter. Work effectively as a member of a high performing team. About You… We are looking for a candidate that has: Must be eligible to enrol in the relevant TAFE trade course. Foundational critical thinking and problem solving skills. Demonstrated commitment to safety and compliance with industry standards. Work well within a team environment and demonstrated ability take instructions. Hold or eligible to hold a current NSW driver license or ability to have existing license formally recognised. (if over relevant age) Obtain and maintain a current paid NSW Working with Children Check at own expense (if 18 years ). About Us… Our employees enjoy generous employment conditions including some of the following: Complimentary family and friends passes across both Taronga’s Sydney & Dubbo Zoo’s A wide range of discounts on our award winning accommodation across both sites Discounted food and beverage purchases across the sites Discounted Fitness Passport Free onsite zoo car parking We’re a social team; there’s always lots going on around the zoo that we get involved with more About Applying… Please submit your resume and a cover letter of one page. You are also required to complete the following target question as part of your application. What is it about starting a Plumber Apprenticeship at Taronga Zoo that motivates you? This is a 4 year apprenticeship, aimed at either a school leaver, or adult apprentice. Please give us a brief summary where you are in your career currently. Applications Close: 11:59pm Sunday 24 November 2024