Plumber
Chislett's Plumbing Service

A great opportunity is available with a local plumber with over 30 years’ experience in the Plumbing industry.

Chislett's Plumbing Services have been building a reputation for quality and reliability. We specialise in large and small Commercial, Industrial and Civil projects, as well as new homes and all of your maintenance issues.

Our staff are qualified professionals of plumbers & gasfitters in Mildura who take care around your home and business.

Students undertaking a SWL placement with Chislett’s Plumbing will experience valuable on the job learning to increase their skills in-line with their VDSS program.

Skills You Might Learn

The student may have the opportunity to attain a broad range of skills while on work placement. These may include valuable employability skills such as;
• Communication.
• Teamwork.
• Attention to detail.
• Punctuality.
• Presentation.
• Hygiene.
• Problem solving.
• Planning.
• Initiative.
• Follow instructions.
• Work under supervision.
• Industry specific OH&S.

The student may also attain vital industry specific skills which will relate to their secondary school studies they include:
• Hands-on practical experience.
• Observing and learning from industry qualified and experienced professionals.
• Working in real-life scenarios.
• Working with equipment necessary to the occupation.
• Liaising and working with supervisors, colleagues, industry personnel, customers/clients and suppliers.

Typical Tasks & Duties

All aspects of the plumbing industry tasks will be provided in line with OH & S requirements including assisting qualified plumber with the following tasks:
Measurements & Calculations.

Task and duties will include but are not limited to.
OH & S in the workplace
Laying and or repairing drainage
Digging Holes
Gas Fitting
Clogged drains
Laying pipe
Repairing Leaks

Student Requirements

Prior to the interview with the host employer, students are required to review the businesses web page and learn some background information on the organisation and what it is they do.
Whilst the students are attending a work placement they are expected to:

Dress appropriately
Maintain interest and participate in work duties
Be well mannered and behave in a respectful and responsible manner
Be punctual
Follow management instructions
Act in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements
Work within the team
Listen and take advice from fellow workers
Participate in business activities as required
Respect other people’s belongings
Keep a note pad and pen handy to take notes for their own reference
Demonstrate the skills they have developed through their course
Take their Log Book to the work placement every day

Carry a Victorian Construction Induction Card (White Card), please note: obtaining the White Card is required prior to attending the work placement.

Dress Requirements

The student will be required to present at work in the following work attire;
• Work pants (long pants).
• Hi visual shirt, long sleeve.
• Steel capped work boots.
• Wide brim hat.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) appropriate to the tasks and duties carried out by the student, will be supplied by the Host Employer.

Special Transport Requirements

Public Transport is limited, students to check bus transport availability and or speak to parents/carer to organise transport prior to contacting employer.

CDC Victoria - Mildura: Ph: 5023 0274, Website: https://cdcvictoria.com.au/travel-information/timetables-and-maps/mildura/.

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

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