Construction assistant

Bunnings Warehouse is Australia's largest household hardware chain, with stores in Australia and New Zealand. Founded in Western Australia, its head office is in Melbourne, guiding principles are integrity, respect, teamwork, achievement and innovation. Bunnings has a big emphasis on all operations being socially responsible, environmentally aware and economically viable. A placement at Bunnings offers excellent grounding in industry language, tools and equipment used and / or retail service experience.

Skills You Might Learn

Skills relating to stock replenishment, merchandising and customer service whilst gaining product knowledge and trade contacts will be gained. Bunnings also aim to assist students with obtaining the skills necessary for their VET certificate should they be in the position to.

Typical Tasks & Duties

Students will be involved in stock replenishment, merchandising and customer service. Students will also have the opportunity to interact with members of the public and tradespersons. This will build their confidence and communication skills and also lead to familiarity with those operating in their desired industry.

Student Requirements

Students must have a positive attitude, be reliable, show initiative and enjoy challenges. They need to be able to get along well with people and be willing to work within a team. The student must appreciate the opportunity they are being provided and represent the store well during work placement.

Dress Requirements

Safety boots (steel capped), Jeans or shorts (dark colours), No board shorts or light colours. Bunnings will provide polo shirt, apron and name tag.

Special Transport Requirements

Accessible by Bus

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

• 22338VIC - Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pre-Apprenticeship)