APPLY NOW: 10 Darling Downs businesses now hiring apprentices

Whether you want to pursue a career as a boilermaker, hairdresser or horticulturist, here are some apprenticeship vacancies.

10 local businesses hiring apprentices in the Darling Downs.

It’s a great time to be entering a trade with plenty of job opportunities available.

Whether you’re keen to pursue a career as a chef, boilermaker, hairdresser or horticulturist, there are plenty of options in the Darling Downs.

Windscreen fitter

Well-established mobile windscreen business Darling Downs Auto Glass is hiring a windscreen trainee fitter to join its team.

Responsible for assisting the owner in preparing windshields for fitting, the trainee will learn how to perform chip repairs, the removal and fitting of windscreens on vehicles and ADAS recalibration.

Candidates will be required to work independently, problem solve, possess a strong work ethic and have a manual drivers licence.

For more information about the role phone [phone].

Butcher

Passionate about supplying fresh food for the community, Peries IGA Supermarket is looking to hire an apprentice butcher.

With growth on the horizon for the department, the successful candidate will assist the store’s friendly team with its continued success.

The ability to produce high quality work consistency will be required, as well as provide excellent customer service and have communication and interpersonal skills.

Apply online at seek.com.au

Glazier

An opportunity has become available for someone looking to start their career in a rewarding trade-based career.

Lowes Glass and Aluminium is searching for a glazier apprentice.

The ideal candidate will possess great attention to detail, the ability to follow instructions and confidence to ask questions when unsure, as well as adequate skills in mathematics.

A manual drivers licence will also be advantageous.

Drop into the office at 12 Davidson St, Toowoomba or phone [phone].

Hairdresser

Operating for almost six decades, a hairdresser apprentice role has become available at the Toowoomba-based Stefan Hair salon.

Committed to investing in professional development, career progression is opportunities are offered with master stylist, managerial and educator roles.

A passion for hair and helping clients to feel more beautiful, great time management skills and a strong work ethic is necessary to excel.

Click here to submit your expression of interest.

Flooring technology

Develop the skills and knowledge required to complete flooring technology tasks, through an apprenticeship being offered through Golden West Apprenticeships.

The traineeship will teach the successful applicant to prepare floor surfaces, reading plans and specifications, polish concrete and wooden floors and install carpet, vinyl and timber flooring.

A willingness to learn, follow instructions, ask for help and develop effective relationships in the workplace will be required as part of the role.

For more information or to apply, click here.

Horticulture

Family owned and operated business Growing Solutions Australia is looking to hire a horticulture and wholesale nursery apprentice.

Situated in Carbarlah and with more than 25 years of industry experience, the business produces high quantities of young and potted plants.

The rare opportunity has become available for an apprentice to join the busy team on a full-time basis, to assist with propagation, chemical application, watering and dispatching, among other areas.

Applicants must be genuinely interested in pursuing a career in the sector and be physically fit as it is a labour intensive role.

Submit an application by emailing [e-mail].

Chef

Iconic Toowoomba venue The Spotted Cow Hotel is seeking an apprentice chef.

Joining a dynamic and professional team, the candidate who is chosen may have an opportunity for career progression in the future.

Availability across seven days is required.

Find out more by phoning 3924 2400 or emailing [e-mail].

Roof plumbing

Rubiks Roofing is hiring an roof plumbing apprentice to join their experienced team.

The great opportunity will best suit an apprentice who is enthusiastic, motivated and committed to completing their trade qualification.

Learning a range of valuable skills, the candidate selected will work alongside metal roof plumbers and help install all aspects of metal roofing and wall cladding.

Email your application to [e-mail].

Painting and decorating

Golden West Apprenticeships is searching for a painting and decorating apprentice.

Through the apprenticeship, the selected applicant will develop a range of knowledge and skills, including how to apply paint using a brush, roller and spraying.

Additionally, the apprentice will also learn to measure and prepare surfaces, read drawings, determine how much paint is required for a job and match specified paint colours, among other skills.

Candidates should have a desire to make a positive contribution in the workplace, be punctual and show interest in their trade of choice.

Apply online by clicking here.

Boilermaker

Building and construction materials group Wagners is hiring an apprentice to commence their career as a boilermaker.

The successful candidate will be guided by trade qualified mentors in addition to TAFE training and will have the opportunity to gain further licences throughout their career.

An interest for the trade, safe work ethic, flexible, can-do attitude and ability to be a team player are qualities the applicants should possess.

Click here for more information.