Fabricator
Ricksteel Fabrications

If you are interested in this exciting Work Experience (WE) opportunity, please contact CGLLEN for specific details of the student work placement as a Fabricator's Assistant- swl@cgllen.org.au or 5352 3266. Ricksteel Fabrications Pty Ltd is a family run business that has been in operation for over 30 years. The large workshop is equipped with industrial machinery to produce quality steel structures and products for big and small projects. Ricksteel also is equipped with specialised pressing, punching and shearing equipment to fabricate steel products. Ricksteel services the Central Grampians region and is involved in the design, fabrication and construction of a variety of steel applications, from the hand rails and toilet blocks in the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park to local school buildings framing and supports. Owner operators, Jeff and Annmarie Rickard and their highly qualified team have a placement opportunity available for a student who has a genuine interest in steel designs, fabrication and the manufacture of steel structures. If you are motivated and enthusiastic about working in the profession of steel fabrication, welding and construction, please talk to your careers teacher about how to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Skills You Might Learn

Students may have the opportunity to attain a broad range of skills while on placement. These will include valuable general employability skills such as:
- Effective communication.
- Teamwork.
- Problem solving.
- Initiative and enterprise.
- Planning and organising.
- Self-management.
- Learning.
- Technology.
- Liaising and working with colleagues, bosses, customers/clients, and suppliers.
Students may attain vital industry specific skills which will also relate to their studies such as:
- Hands-on practical experience.
- Observing and learning from industry qualified and experienced professionals.
- Working in real-life scenarios and environments.
- Working with tools and equipment necessary to the occupation and business.

Typical Tasks & Duties

Students will assist trained staff in performing duties, students receiving high level supervision.
Students may assist or observe trained staff with the following activities:
- Assisting Ricksteel trained staff with related steel manufacturing and engineering activities.
- Engaging with customers related to manufacturing and engineering activities as advised by Ricksteel trained staff.
- Completing all related cleaning and maintenance tasks as assigned by assisting Ricksteel trained staff.

Student Requirements

Students are encouraged to consider a WE placement to develop skills learned from their Work-Related Skills subject. The following requirements must be met;
- Students are required to have completed the Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) modules- General module and any applicable industry OH&S modules.
- Students must maintain a diary or logbook and/or complete work experience assignment and other tasks that have been set by the school.
- Students must adhere to strict Privacy and Confidentiality policy and procedures.
- Students must have a willingness to learn and be able to follow instructions carefully and competently.
- Students must be willing to communicate clearly and work as a productive team member.
- Personal mobile phones are not required and should only be used out of work hours or on offsite meal breaks.

Dress Requirements

Please discuss with the employer at the preplacement interview. Protective, industrial Clothing including safety boots will be required. A hat and sunscreen are essential for working outdoors. Appropriate PPE must be worn in accordance with WHS policy and work procedures.

Special Transport Requirements

The student or the parent/guardian (where the student is under 18 years of age) is responsible for the student’s transport to and from the workplace. If it is proposed that the student may need to undertake vehicle travel with their employer and/or supervisor during the arrangement (including transporting the student to and/or from the workplace), the employer must complete the Work Experience Travel and Accommodation Form. The student or the parent/guardian (where the student is under 18 years of age) must give their consent by also completing this form. If transport is presenting a problem, please contact CGLLEN to discuss available options and support that can be provided. Email: SWL@cgllen.org.au Phone: 03 5352 3266.