Join the Women in Construction Program. Your Path to a Thriving Career.

Course Overview:

Community Solutions and RoadTek, a branch of the Department of Transport and Main Roads are set to deliver the Women in Construction (WiC) Program commencing in March 2025. This program offers women an opportunity to start a career within the Civil Construction industry. 

To address the gender imbalance in the construction industry, Community Solutions and RoadTek developed the Women in Construction (WiC) Program, actively targeting women of any age group or cultural background to complete full time traineeships in Civil Construction at one of RoadTek’s ten operational units in Queensland.

What’s in Store for You:

• A full-time traineeship in Certificate III in Civil Construction.
• Attractive and competitive traineeship hourly rate, so you can earn while you learn. 
• Start by completing a 3-week program in Brisbane then continue your traineeship at one of RoadTek’s ten operational units across Queensland.
• Become a part of a Government Organisation specialising in delivering transport infrastructure solutions throughout Queensland.

Who we’re looking for: 

• Both mature and junior female candidates dedicated to earning a Certificate III in Civil Construction.
• We value all candidates that have some industry knowledge and passion for a career in the industry.
• Adapt to a rotating shift roster which could include regional or night work. Candidates with dependants or pre-existing commitments are still encouraged to apply.
• Must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
• This opportunity is open to all ages. 2024 school leavers are highly encouraged to apply.

Traineeship highlights:

• Learning to read and interpret plans and overviews and implement as directed.
• Carry out measurements and calculations.
• Contributing to maintenance and repair of various road infrastructure.
• Operate small plant and equipment.
• Implementation of traffic management plans.
• Embracing outdoor work in varying weather conditions, day or night.

Essential Qualifications:

• Construction White Card
• Manual driver’s license (or must be committed to obtain within 6 months)
• CPR desirable
• Ability to provide two work or school related references
• Successful candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical with drug and alcohol testing

What can Community Solutions offer you?

• Salary Packaging Benefits! Package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free. Less tax = more take home pay for you!
• In addition to your tax-free benefit, you can also use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, holiday accommodation etc.)
• Leave entitlements Annual Leave and Personal Leave
• Mentoring, ongoing support and regular visits from your committed Field Officer
• PPE provided and replenished
• Ability to obtain a certification and vast range of industry skills and experience
• An Employee Assistance Program- a free and confidential phone-based counselling service available 

Duration: Full-time 3-year Certificate III in Civil Construction Traineeship (with the ability to complete sooner)

Location: At one of RoakTek’s ten operational units across Queensland

Study mode: Compulsory 3-week training in Brisbane followed by full-time traineeship at one of RoadTek’s ten operational units across Queensland.

Community Solutions Group acknowledges the rights to equality and to equal protections of the law without discrimination, and the advertising of this opportunity is intended to constitute measure taken for the purpose of assisting or advancing persons or groups of persons disadvantaged because of discrimination in accordance with section 15(5) of the Human Rights Act 2019 (Qld).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the application process involve?

1. Applications will be reviewed.
2. You will receive an email requesting you to submit a short video interview.
3. Progressed candidates will participate in a 15-minute screening call with a Community Solutions recruiter.
4. You will then be sent an online aptitude test & references check.
5. A face-to-face or online interview (this will depend on location) with a Community Solutions Field Officer will be conducted.
6. Candidates who progress will have a profile sent to RoadTek for review.
7. Selected candidates by RoadTek will participate in a face-to-face interview at the operational unit in that region.
8. Successful candidates will then be requested to participate in a functional pre-employment medical.
9. Once the medical is cleared, the confirmed new starter will start the onboarding process.

Are there any pre-requisites?

To be eligible, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or hold Australian Permanent Residency. You will need a white card or be willing to obtain one. A valid driver’s licence is required, a manual licence would be an advantage. Flexibility to work a rotating shift roster is essential. We highly value candidates with a genuine passion for the construction industry.

What does the pre-employment medical assessment involve?

This traineeship involves physically demanding tasks, so a physical assessment will be conducted to ensure you are capable of standing, walking, and lifting for extended periods.

To maintain a safe work environment, a drug and alcohol test will also be required.

Are there any costs involved with this course?

There are no out of pocket expenses associated with this program. All costs for the 3-week training will be covered, including flights and accommodation.

When will the 3-week training take place?

The 3-week training block will commence on the 31st March and will end on the 18th April. You must be available for the entirety of this training period.

When do applications close?

We have limited spaces for this program so we encourage you to apply as soon as you can. Please do not hesitate to reach out at any time to apply!

Will PPE be provided?

Yes, all PPE will be provided including uniforms.