Explore Industry Roles

Discover high-demand apprenticeship opportunities across South Australia’s growing construction and trades industries

Industry Roles

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Accounts Clerk

$80,000

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Certificate III apprenticeship

Support the financial operations of a construction business. Process invoices, record expenditure, and ensure payments to suppliers and subcontractors are accurate and on time.

Architect

$130,000

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Bachelor Degree apprenticeship

Design new buildings and renovations to existing structures. Use structural, mechanical and aesthetic design elements to influence the human experience of a space.

Builder

$120,000

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4 years apprenticeship

Build and repair structures using wood and other materials. Work on residential and commercial projects including framing, roofing, and finishing work.

Building Designer

$90,000

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Cert IV + Diploma apprenticeship

Prepare preliminary sketches, working drawings and specifications for architects. Create and update plans, maps, charts and drawings for building projects.

Building Inspector

$120,000

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Diploma + Degree apprenticeship

Inspect building work to ensure it complies with legislation, codes, and approved plans. Provide advice on building requirements and compliance matters.

Building Surveyor

$135,000

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Diploma + Degree apprenticeship

Inspect building plans to ensure they comply with laws and the building code. Advise on building requirements and ensure buildings are safe, accessible, and energy efficient.

Civil Construction Manager

$145,000

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Diploma + Degree apprenticeship

Coordinate and consult on work programs, tenders and bids, and oversee subcontractors on major civil infrastructure projects.

Civil Engineer

$150,000

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Bachelor Degree apprenticeship

Plan and design infrastructure such as roads, drainage, dams and wharves. Analyse sites, develop designs and oversee construction.

Civil Engineering Draftsperson

$100,000

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Cert IV + Diploma apprenticeship

Prepare detailed drawings and plans for civil engineering work. Support civil engineering professionals with drainage, water supply, roads and infrastructure designs.

Civil Engineering Technician

$110,000

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Cert IV + Diploma apprenticeship

Conduct tests of construction materials, prepare sketches and tabulations, and assist in estimating costs to support Civil Engineering professionals.

Construction Estimator

$110,000

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Cert IV + Diploma apprenticeship

Prepare detailed cost estimates and cost plans for construction projects. Analyse drawings, calculate material and labour costs, and obtain prices from suppliers.

Construction Manager

$145,000

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Diploma + Degree apprenticeship

Plan and oversee the construction of residential, commercial and civil engineering projects. Manage resources, people and budgets onsite.

Electrical Engineering Draftsperson

$110,000

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Advanced Diploma apprenticeship

Prepare detailed drawings and plans of electrical installations and circuitry. Support Electrical Engineers with design and layout of electrical systems.

Electrical Engineering Technician

$125,000

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Advanced Diploma apprenticeship

Conduct tests of electrical systems, prepare charts and tabulations, and assist in estimating costs. Assemble, install, test, modify and repair electrical equipment.

Engineering Manager

$210,000

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Bachelor Degree apprenticeship

Manage engineering operations, budgets, timelines and people involved in construction or Civil Engineering projects. Work both in the office and on work sites.

Interior Decorator

$85,000

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Certificate III & IV apprenticeship

Plan the interior design of commercial or residential premises and arrange for decorating work to be done. Run your own business or work for a firm.

Interior Designer

$85,000

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Diploma + Degree apprenticeship

Plan, design, detail and supervise the construction of commercial, industrial, retail and residential building interiors with emphasis on space creation and planning.

Land Surveyor / Land Developer

$132,000

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Diploma + Degree apprenticeship

Plan, direct and conduct survey work to precisely position tracts of land, natural and constructed features, coastlines, and underground works.

Landscape Architect

$96,000

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Diploma + Degree apprenticeship

Plan and design land areas for projects such as open space networks, parks, schools, roads and external areas for all building types.

Plumbing Inspector

$100,000

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Certificate IV apprenticeship

Inspect plumbing and drainage work to ensure it complies with relevant standards, regulations, and approved plans across residential, commercial, and industrial sites.

Project Manager

$138,000

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Diploma + Degree apprenticeship

Plan, lead and deliver projects from start to finish. Manage budgets, timelines and resources while overseeing multiple sites and teams.

Site Supervisor

$130,000

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Cert IV + Diploma apprenticeship

Oversee daily operations on construction sites — coordinate trades, organise materials, monitor progress and keep projects running safely.

Structural Engineer

$136,000

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Bachelor Degree apprenticeship

Analyse the static properties of all types of structures, test the behaviour and durability of materials, and design and supervise construction.

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Office and site-based roles in project management, estimating, design and beyond.