W118093 - Machinist

Machinist
Carey Covers

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please contact CGLLEN for specific details of the student work placement- swl@cgllen.org.au or 5352 3266. A fantastic opportunity for the student that may be exploring the manufacturing industry. Carey Covers can transform antique pieces, chairs or even awnings with Carey Covers wide range of upholstery fabrics. Carey Covers commercial products include PVC and mesh wind on truck tarps made to measure with quick turnaround guaranteed. Carey Covers design and manufacture custom made pollination tents for commercial seed growers. Carey Covers also manufacture and install made to measure shade sails for residential and commercial use.

An opportunity exists for a student interested in furniture making and factory built awnings, tarpaulins and cover manufacturing. If you are motivated and enthusiastic about learning from a team of professionals, please talk to your careers teacher about how to apply.

Skills You Might Learn

Students may have the opportunity to attain a broad range of skills while on work 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 are permitted to learn how to use plant or equipment only if they are explicitly required in the performance criteria or assessment requirements of a unit of competency the student is undertaking as part of a VET qualification. Students may assist or asked to observe trained staff with the following activities:
- Students may be required to complete general cleaning in the workshop and in sales area.
- Students have the opportunity to broaden their work skills by assisting on work projects and learning about textiles.
- Students may be asked to assist trained staff in the many different areas of design and manufacture of commercial grade products.

Student Requirements

Students are encouraged to consider a SWL placement to develop skills learned from their VET course, Building and Construction and/or Manufacturing and Engineering.
The following requirements must be met;
- Students must be willing to spend periods of time observing and to undertake necessary tasks as requested.
- Dress appropriately and wear Personal Protective Equipment as part of certain work tasks and duties.
- Maintain interest and participate in tasks and work duties.
- Be well mannered and behave in a respectful and responsible manner.
- Be punctual and notify the workplace supervisor and careers teacher of any planned or unplanned absence from placement. Please discuss extension of placement dates if there are nominal hours to be completed as part of the VET course.
- Follow management instructions carefully and competently.
- Have good communication skills and display a friendly customer service manner.
- Act in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) requirements and have completed OH&S modules as part of their VET course or school subject.
- Work as a productive team member and have skills in effective communication.
- Listen and take advice from fellow workers.
- 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 or school subject.
- Take their Workplace Learning Record and/or take course assessment tasks to the work placement every day.

Dress Requirements

Please discuss with the employer at the preplacement interview. Protective, industrial Clothing including safety boots will be required. 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 Structured Workplace Learning 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.

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

  • 22338VIC - Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pre-Apprenticeship)
  • 22470VIC - Certificate II in Engineering Studies
  • BSB20120 - Certificate II in Workplace Skills
  • CPC20112 - Certificate II in Construction
  • CPC20120 - Certificate II in Construction
  • CPC20211 - Certificate II in Construction Pathways
  • CPC20220 - Certificate II in Construction Pathways
  • MEM20105 - Certificate II in Engineering
  • MEM20219 - Certificate II in Engineering - Production Technology
  • MEM20413 - Certificate II in Engineering Pathways
  • MSF20313 - Certificate II in Furniture Making
  • MSF20516 - Certificate II in Furniture Making Pathways
  • VCE0000001 - VCE (including VCE Vocational Major)
  • VCE20116 - Industry & Enterprise
Positions: 2 Positions
ID Number: W118093
Industry Area: MANUFACTURING
Location: Stawell - Explore Region
Mode/Type: Structured Workplace Learning (SWL)
Attendance: To be negotiated with Teacher, Student and Employer- Forms required before commencement are Ministerial Order 1412 - Structured Workplace Learning Arrangements; Structured Workplace Learning Arrangement Form; and Structured Workplace Learning Guidelines for Employers.
Added By: Central Grampians Local Learning & Employment Network

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