FAQs

East Coast is looking for applicants who have the following values:

• A good attitude
• A positive work ethic
• Trustworthy and reliable

Other aspects of your application may also be taken into consideration, depending on trade requirements, including:
Showing a genuine interest and have done research into your chosen trades.

A car and licence – some trades and host employers require that their apprentices have access to their own transport to, from and in between job sites or work.

Trade experience – if you have some trade experience then you may have a better understanding of that trade and what to expect.

A Construction White Card – Construction Industry workers in Australia must have a Construction Induction White Card BEFORE working on a construction site. You can get this through training organisations or online.

There are no costs involved in being employed as an East Coast apprentice / trainee, however any student fees that apply to complete College are your responsibility throughout your apprenticeship.

To apply for an apprenticeship or traineeship, visit the Apply Now page. You will be asked for your preferred trades, please refer to links.
Applying for a Current Vacancy? In your application quote the “VACANCY REF #”.

Applying online is mobile friendly but you will need to submit a resume. If you don’t have access to your resume on your mobile at the time of application, please send your resume to [email protected].

After completing an online application, suitable applicants are contacted to complete literacy and numeracy testing and schedule an interview. Your application is kept active for up to 6 months. If your details or preferences change during this time, please contact [email protected]

Each application is different and can vary depending on industry availability. Applicants who have applied and been successful in the interview process have been known to start as early as that week! Make sure to complete an online application to get this process started.

Complete your online application ASAP to be considered for any future vacancies.
Register for the mailing list to ensure you are the first to hear about any new vacancies!

East Coast Apprenticeships employs apprentices and trainees, placing them with “Host Employers” who provide training and experience in their chosen trade.

East Coast manage the apprentice / trainees’ College bookings, wages, employment and training contracts and provide support and guidance for our Hosts and apprentices.

For our all-inclusive service, East Coast charges an hourly rate which covers the apprentice / trainees’ wage and costs covering:

Superannuation, Annual Leave, Sick/Bereavement Leave, Leave Loading, Public Holidays, Workers Compensation, Tool Allowance, Tax, College Attendance and more
This hourly rate only needs to be paid when the apprentice is at work. 

Apprentices can be employed for weeks, months or years. At East Coast, we seek a genuine commitment to train apprentices and trainees and usually expect Host Employers to engage with their apprentice / trainee for a reasonable period to facilitate training.

No, East Coast is not a Labour Hire company and does not provide workers in that capacity. We seek to place apprentices / trainees with Host Employers who will ‘cement’ the on-the-job training opportunities in accordance with Training Plans.

Our number one priority when looking for a suitable apprentice or trainee is their attitude and their willingness to work, listen and learn!

Applicants can be selected from our database or from your own shortlist.

All successful applicants undergo assessments and a series of interviews.

As the Host Employer, you are also invited to conduct a final interview / assessment before the commencement of the apprentice / trainee’s employment.

As a base for our potential construction apprentices we would expect them to have a car, licence and Construction White Card.

We can provide the right apprentice or trainee for your business, so make sure to let us know what you are looking for, including:

• Year Level and Trade
• Current Experience
• Ideal Location
• Any other requirements for the position

The cost to host an apprentice or trainee will depend on the relevant industry award, allowances and year level. East Coast has formulated costing sheets for every industry which are available upon enquiry.

Contact your nearest East Coast Branch to speak to one of our Field Officers, or complete an Host Enquiry Form online.

Simply provide your Field Officer at least two working days’ notice if you are in the Construction industry or ten working days’ notice for all other industries and we will seek to place the apprentice / trainee with another Host Employer.

Your Field Officer is there to help with any concerns you may have about your apprentice / trainee’s performance or behaviour. Our Field Officers have previous industry knowledge / experience and understand the expectations, pressures and time constraints of the industry.

If you have any questions, contact your Field Officer ASAP.

It is your responsibility to inform your Field Officer when:

You can’t work or go to College (includes Inclement / wet weather days for Construction)
You can’t get your timesheet signed
Your Host says there’s no more work for you
You have a car accident, work injury or near miss
You have serious concerns regarding safety, bullying or harassment
You missed a call, text or email from East Coast
Any time you have concerns or questions regarding your apprenticeship / traineeship.

Tell your supervisor immediately and follow medical advice.  Tell your Field Officer ASAP. If you see a doctor, ask for a Worker’s Compensation Medical Certificate (WCMC).

Contact your Field Officer when the pages in your timesheet book are getting low so they can supply you with a new one OR you can also visit your local East Coast branch to pick up a new timesheet book.

A Blank Timesheet Form can be downloaded from our website in the Policies & Forms section.

If you are sick the first thing you need to do is let your host employer or College know ASAP. You must then advise your Field Officer. You must provide a medical certificate if you are sick for more than two days OR before/ after a public holiday.

You can get a Leave Application Form from the website, your Field Officer or from an ECA branch.

Report all hazards to your Supervisor / Host immediately. Workplace hazards must be addressed before work can continue safely. Contact your Field Officer if the hazard remains.

It is your responsibility to be fit for work, including your PPE. If you are on site, report to your supervisor or host employer that your PPE is not fit for use and you require a replacement (eg scratched safety glasses). DO NOT begin working without the required PPE.

Contact your Field Officer to discuss replacements for any PPE that East Coast initially issued to you.

For more information regarding safety, visit our safety page.