Plumber
Lindsay Swinnerton Plumbing

In this placement students will have the chance of hands-on practical experience in the domestic and commercial plumbing field. As well they will be observing and learning from qualified and experienced professionals. Students will be operating in a workshop but mainly out on job sites. Staff at Swinnertons are keen supporters of the SWL program and this is a great opportunity to find out about plumbing.

Skills You Might Learn

The use of basic plumbing hand tools and equipment will be learnt. As well students will learn workplace communication in real life scenarios. They will also assist with site tidying and the maintenance of workshop facilities.

Typical Tasks & Duties

Tasks will be around assisting other employees in their roles and the student will be expected to be an active participant in all workplace practices. They will work as part of a team while under regular supervision. Specifically, using hand tools and digging equipment will be a big part of a student's working day.

Student Requirements

The students must have completed the OH&S module in WRS VCAL or else have begun the OH&S module in the relevant VET course.

Dress Requirements

Students are to wear neat casual dress appropriate for the work place plus sturdy work boots.

Special Transport Requirements

Students may need to organise their own transport to work.

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

• 22138VIC - Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-Apprenticeship)