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An opportunity for school students and their parents/carers to connect with employers actively recruiting across various industries in the Hunter Region When: Tuesday 20 May • Connect with employers with full-time and school-based apprenticeship opportunities Where: Maitland Town commencing 2026 and who are actively Time: Hall 3.30 – 6.30pm recruiting. (entry each hour) • Bring copies of your resume and get advice from employers on navigating the application process and recruitment criteria. • Pathway advice and information from the NSW Department of Education on combining study with HSC. • Training Services NSW advice and information on apprenticeship contracts. REGISTER HERE or scan the QR code to book your place Apprenticeship Pathways Explorer is an Educational Pathways Program (EPP) and Regional Industry Education Partnerships (RIEP) initiative
facilitated by Regional Industry Educa�on Partnerships (RIEP) and the Educa�onal Pathways Program (EPP) The Regional Industry Educa�on Partnerships (RIEP) Program designs and delivers bespoke opportuni�es for employers to connect with secondary schools. Through these connec�ons, students learn about jobs and pathways to employment. They develop new skills and employer networks, allowing them to make informed decisions about their career pathways. Employers can educate students about their industry and ac�vely par�cipate in developing talent pipelines. No two RIEP ini�a�ves look the same. RIEP officers design opportuni�es tailored to the needs of both the employer and the school. The RIEP program takes a long-term approach to building these connec�ons, providing opportuni�es along a student’s pathway through school and into further training or employment. For more informa�on, contact your local RIEP Team: • • • • Newcastle/Port Stephens: Gary Sewell gary.Sewell9@det.nsw.edu.au 0447 856 540 Upper Hunter: Simon Mumford simon.mumford2@det.nsw.edu.au 0448 205 273 Lake Macquarie: Jenny-Lee Pye jenney-lee.pye1@det.nsw.edu.au 0467 715 370 Central Coast: Jill Giuliani jillian.giuliani@det.nsw.edu.au 0486 325 638 The Educa�onal Pathways Program is being delivered in 148 government high schools across nine regions of NSW, including 24 government schools across Newcastle, Port Stephens, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, and the Upper Hunter Valley. It complements exis�ng career educa�on ac�vi�es through the provision of addi�onal resources to: • • • • Ensure students can access sound advice, significant training pathways, and rewarding work opportuni�es. Promote SBAT opportuni�es, a proven pathway for students to successfully transi�on to work and/or further educa�on. Match students with SBAT employers and offer tailored support and mentoring for students exploring these pathways. Streamline delivery of the program across groups of schools. For more informa�on, contact your local Educa�onal Pathways Team: • • • • Newcastle Central group of schools: Amanda Hine, Head Teacher Careers. 0460 043 927; Adam Crooks, SBAT Engagement Officer. 0460 031 942 Newcastle North group of schools: Mick Lee, Head Teacher Careers. 0460 029 618; Jazmin Williams, SBAT Engagement Officer. 0460 029 622 Lake Macquarie group of schools: Cassandra Wells, Head Teacher Careers. 0460 043 928; Merran Wiggins, SBAT Engagement Officer. 0460 030 612 Upper Hunter group of schools: Anne Grieve, Head Teacher Careers. 0460 031 943; Tracy Forbes, SBAT Engagement Officer. 0460 030 617 Page | 2
Employer 1 – Australian Defence Careers - Electronics Technician Submariner, Carpenter, Aircra� Armament Technician Employer 2 – AGL - Electrical and Mechanical Employer 3 – AMPControl - Electrician, Electronics Technician, Electrical Fiter, Mechanical Fiter, Fiter Machinist, Fabricator, Business Admin, IT Employer 4 – ARAN - Rail Infrastructure, Work Health and Safety, Rail Safety Management, Business in Rail and more Employer 5 – ARTC – Signals and Civil Employer 6 - Housing Industry Associa�on (HIA) - carpentry, plumbing, roof plumbing, pain�ng, concrete, bricklaying, �ling, plastering, cabinetmaking, and Business Admin Employer 7 - HunterNet Career Connec�ons - Administra�on, Business Services, Customer Service, Leadership & Management, Sales & Marke�ng, Engineering, Laboratory Technician, Supply Chain, Mari�me Opera�ons, Process Manufacturing, Aero skills, Cabinet Making, Electrical, Electronics & Communica�ons, Engineering – Composites, Fabrica�on & Welding, Fiter Machinist Employer 8 - Laser plumbing Newcastle - Plumbing & Gas fi�ng Employer 9 - MEGT - Electrical, Carpentry, Plumbing, Dra�ing, Business, Finance and Hospitality. Employer 10 – MIGAS - Mobile Pant Technology, Electrical & Engineering Fabrica�on & Mechanical, Process Manufacturing. Employer 11- Master Builders Appren�ces (MBA) - Carpentry, Plastering, Civil Construc�on, Plumbing, Roofing, Electrical, Bricklaying, Glass & Glazing, Landscaping, Concre�ng, Tiling, Demoli�on, Joinery, Pain�ng as well as Business Administra�on, Accoun�ng Employer 12 – Novaskill - Carpentry, Metal Fabrica�on, Engineering, Electrical, Electronics and Communica�on, Plumbing, Pain�ng, Warehousing – Business Services – Hospitality Employer 13 – NuPress - Mechanical Engineering Page | 3
Employer 14 - Port Stephens Council (PSC)- Gardener, Greenkeeper, Mechanic, Works Hand, Events, Customer Experience, Revenue, Civil Designer, Engineer, Graphic Designer Employer 15 - Port Waratah Coal Services (PWCS)) - Electrotechnology, Mechanical Fi�ng Employer 16 – Programmed (PRGD) – Electrotechnology, Electrician, Engineering Mechanical – Fi�ng, Mobile Plant Technology – Heavy Plant, Auto Electrical, Fabrica�on, Business, Warehouse Opera�ons, Surface Extrac�on Opera�ons, Heavy Vehicle Driving Opera�ons, Dump Truck Opera�ons Employer 17 - The Bloomfield Group (TBG) - Open-cut and underground mining, Rail and heavy transport, Civil Construc�on, underground tunneling, General and precision engineering Employer 18 – THIESS - Engineering - Mechanical Trade, Automo�ve Electrical Technology, Engineering - Fabrica�on Trade (Boiler making/Welding), Electrotechnology Systems Electrician (High Voltage). Employer 19 - Tomago Aluminium - Electrical and Mechanical Fiters Employer 20 – Transgrid - Substa�on Technician Electrical, Electronics and Communica�ons, Transmission Lines workers Employer 21 – Westrac - Plant Mechanic, Auto Electrician, Boilermaker, Spray Painter, Fiter Machinist. Employer 22 - Zeal Futures - Business Services, Carpentry, Electrical, Mechanical & Fabrica�on, Customer Engagement, Informa�on Technology, Light & Heavy Vehicle, Civil Construc�on, Warehousing & Logis�cs, Water Opera�ons, Hor�culture, Surveying Page | 4
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Australian Defence Careers Priority to fill trade roles in the ADF • • • Electronics Technician Submariner – Navy Carpenter – Army Aircra� Armament Technician – Air Force To find out more about ADF trade careers, visit the ‘Learn a Trade’ page at adfcareers.gov.au A career in the Australian Defence Force (ADF) is unlike any other. It offers unique opportuni�es, extraordinary experiences, and a sense of purpose, empowering you to make your impact. Whether within Australia or beyond our borders, you’ll do meaningful work, master the world’s most advanced equipment, and make a difference on a global scale - all while protec�ng the na�on. It's more than an everyday job when it comes to ADF trade careers in the Navy, Army, or Air Force. One week, you could be fixing, maintaining, or building infrastructure, and the next could see you assis�ng in a disaster-relief mission or joining a combat opera�on. Choose from various trade roles, from avionics and mechanics to cooking and plumbing. Whether you’re a chippy, sparky, or aspiring aircra� technician, learning a trade in the ADF is your opportunity to gain na�onally recognised trade qualifica�ons, earn a great salary with generous superannua�on, and work on impressive military equipment. You’ll also receive help to buy a home, free medical and dental, and have opportuni�es to travel, all while making great mates for life. Plus, you’ll be supported by enthusias�c and dedicated personnel from day one. Visit the ADF Careers exhibit at the 2025 Hunter Region Appren�ceship Pathways Explorer and speak to current serving military personnel who can provide a unique insight into their careers and the opportuni�es available in the ADF. If you're ready to impact the ADF, visit adfcareers.gov.au or call 13 19 01. Page | 6
AGL AGL Apprenticeships 2026 It’s an extraordinary time for the energy sector and at we need extraordinary people to AGL support us in operating our assets. Gain industry-leading skills and experience with a ationally Recognised Qualificationas an N . Apprentice at Bayswater Power Station, Muswellbrook NSW On the lands of theWonnarua/WanaruahPeople in the Hunter Valley, we’re proudly part of the community that has powered NSW for decades. Applications will soon be open for the 2026 Apprentice Program for the electricaland mechanical trades. And as we grow our diverse and inclusive workplace, we encourage applications from females, First Nations’ peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. agl.au/careersand via Seek inApril You will find our advertising at 2025. For more information scan the QR code or contact: recruitmentsupport@agl.com.au Page | 7
Ampcontrol Vacancies – Applica�ons for the Appren�ce program open in June 2025 About Ampcontrol Website Ampcontrol creates energy solu�ons. Our vision is to lead the global energy revolu�on. We’re solving the most complex problems in energy using innova�ve collabora�ons, our smart people and advanced Australian manufacturing. We operate in various loca�ons across NSW, including Cameron Park, Warabrook (Awabakal), Rutherford (Wonnarua), Tomago (Worimi) Ampcontrol's Appren�ceship Program lasts a nominal four years. It combines part-�me study at an RTO (Cer�ficate III) with a structured work experience program. Types of Appren�ceships • Electrician (Cer�ficate III in Electrotechnology Electrician) • Electronics Technician (Cer�ficate III in Electronics and Communica�ons) • Electrical Fiter (Cer�ficate III in Electrical Fi�ng) • Mechanical Fiter (Cer�ficate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade) • Fiter Machinist (Cer�ficate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade) • Fabricator (Cer�ficate III in Engineering - Fabrica�on Trade) Traineeships are also an excellent pathway. They are undertaken over a nominal 2–3 years and combine part-�me study at an RTO with a structured work experience program. Types of Traineeships • Business Administra�on (Cert III in Business) • Informa�on Technology (Cert IV in Informa�on Technology) • Store person (Cert III Supply Chain Opera�ons) • HSEQ (Cert IV Work Health & Safety) Page | 8
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