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Looking for an apprentice job in Victoria? Find out more about plumbing jobs in Victoria
If you’re looking for a Plumbing Apprenticeship, there are two ways you can obtain one:
- Apply to Master Plumbers apprentice scheme known as Plumbing Apprenticeships Victoria; or
- Seek employment with a plumbing company directly
Vacancies for both are advertised widely, including on websites such as Seek.
Apprentices increase their chance of success if they:
- have completed a Pre-Apprenticeship in Plumbing or have experience working with their hands;
- hold a valid driver’s license;
- have a vehicle to enable transport to and from site/work.
An apprenticeship requires you to commit to attend work and Trade School (your Registered Training Organisation), for a nominal duration of 4 years.
In return you can expect:
- to be paid at least the rates provided by MA000036 Plumbing and Fire Sprinklers Award;
- to be provided with support and supervision for your day-to-day training to give you every opportunity to complete your apprenticeship;
- to be paid for your time off work to attend Trade School;
- a safe working environment
Master Plumbers pays above Award to attract the best apprentices and places you in a variety of work environments to work with host employers who can teach you different aspects of plumbing.
