About the program
The Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) Apprenticeship Program is an exciting opportunity to kick-start your trade-based career at Australian Parliament House (APH).
The Apprenticeship Program offers successful candidates the opportunity to build specialist trade-based skills, knowledge and experience within a unique working environment. Our apprentices play an important role in the daily operations and maintenance of essential services at APH, by delivering high-quality projects that assist parliamentarians, building occupants, and all visitors to APH.
Over the life of the program, apprentices receive ongoing support as they work, train and study towards achieving a nationally recognised trade qualification.
What we offer
Apprentices receive a range of benefits are part of program, which include;
- Full time employment
- Competitive salary and 15.4% superannuation
- Free onsite parking
- Paid training to achieve a nationally recognised trade qualification
- Paid uniforms, as well as other trade-based tools and equipment
- Access to dedicated and experienced supervisors and mentors
- A workplace committed to ensuring the health and safety of its employees.
Successful completion of the Apprenticeship Program may also lead to ongoing employment with the department.
Who we are looking for
To succeed in the Apprenticeship Program, you will need to be highly motivated and eager to commit and master a new trade. Ideal candidates will have;
- The ability to collaborate and work as part of a team
- Strong communication skills
- Enthusiasm and initiative
- Genuine passion and interest to learn a trade.
Applications
The Apprenticeship Program is run on an ad hoc basis throughout the year.
Keep an eye out on the DPS Careers Portal, APS Jobs and other career sites for possible future recruitment rounds.
Who to contact
For further information on the program, contact the Entry Level Program Team by emailing, employmentprograms@aph.gov.au, or calling 6277 5200.