Plumber

** Please contact the Goldfields LLEN to organise this placement, please do not contact the employer directly, dates to be negotiated**

If you’re keen on a placement with one of Bendigo’s leading electrical and plumbing experts this is a great opportunity to learn from the pros!
This local business commenced trading in 1975 as McInerney & Donaldson, the current owner purchased it in 2000 and it began to grow. From these early beginnings over 40 years ago up to now they have prided themselves in providing expert, quality work on both domestic and commercial projects.
With a focus on delivering a ‘totally dependable" service this electrical and air conditioning specialist offers a wide range of services no matter the size or diversity of the project. A selection of their plumbing services includes both domestic and commercial plumbing, heating, and cooling, waterproofing and drainage, service, and maintenance, guttering and working on kitchen and bathroom projects – all of these are delivered by expertly trained staff with the latest technology.

Skills You Might Learn

Students may have the opportunity to attain a broad range of skills while on work placement. These may include valuable general employability skills such as:
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Self-management
• Time management and punctuality
Observing and learning from industry qualified and experienced professional’s students may also attain vital industry specific skills such as:
• Experience and familiarity with general electrical and maintenance functions.
• Exposure to electrical fit outs and maintenance activities in a professional environment.
• Broader understanding of what an electrician role involves on a day-to-day basis.
• Working with tools and equipment necessary to the project.
• Liaising and working with colleagues, bosses, customers/clients and suppliers.

Typical Tasks & Duties

Students will assist and observe qualified tradespeople in all aspects of plumbing services. Typical tasks and duties may include but not limited to:
• Working on both building and commercial sites
• Using power and hand tools
• Plumbing service, repairs and maintenance
• Use hand and power tools to assist in a job
• Performing basic measurements and calculations
• Studying drawings and blueprints to determine project specifications
• Stock taking the materials used on jobs
• Assisting other contractors including builders, electricians and other tradespeople
• Tidying workshop areas and observing basic plumbing procedures while under supervision

Student Requirements

Students are required to be studying Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-Apprenticeship) or Building and Construction and be proficient in math’s. Students must have White Card.
Personal mobile phones are not required and should only be used out of work hours or on meal breaks.

Dress Requirements

Appropriate work pants or shorts and safety boots. Hard hat and hi-vis shirt provided.

Special Transport Requirements

Public Transport is available.