At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist with commercial shopfitting and pharmacy refurbishments while gaining hands-on experience.
- Company: Join a dynamic team focused on transforming retail spaces in Melbourne.
- Benefits: Full-time role with opportunities for skill development and career growth.
- Other info: MEGT promotes diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Build practical skills and work alongside experienced tradespeople on exciting projects.
- Qualifications: 1st-3rd Year Shopfitting Apprentice with a positive attitude and reliability.
The predicted salary is between 990 - 1210 $ per month.
Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
1st-3rd Year Carpentry Apprentice | Melbourne
Full-time | 38 hours per week | Great team culture
Ready to build your skills in commercial shopfitting? Join a team specialising in commercial shopfitting, pharmacy refurbishments and commercial fit-outs. You'll gain hands-on experience working on projects that transform existing retail spaces, from full strip-outs and demolition through to refurbishments and completed shopfitting projects. The work includes refurbishing existing pharmacies and expanding premises by stripping out neighbouring tenancies and integrating them into existing pharmacy spaces.
It's a great opportunity to develop a broad range of practical trade skills while working alongside experienced tradespeople.
What you'll be doing:
- Assisting with commercial shopfitting projects and pharmacy refurbishments.
- Carrying out demolition, strip-outs and site preparation.
- Helping transform and expand existing commercial premises by combining adjoining retail spaces.
- Assisting with site set-up and preparing work areas for new fit-outs.
- Supporting the installation of fixtures, fittings and internal finishes.
- Working across different stages of commercial refurbishments, from initial demolition through to project completion.
- Developing your practical skills and problem-solving abilities alongside experienced tradespeople.
- Maintaining a clean, organised and safe worksite.
What we're looking for:
- A 1st, 2nd or 3rd Year Shopfitting Apprentice.
- A positive attitude and genuine willingness to learn.
- Reliability, punctuality and pride in your workmanship.
- A professional approach and strong attention to detail.
- The ability to work well as part of a team.
- A current White Card and reliable transport.
Why join the team?
- Variety of projects: Gain experience across pharmacy refurbishments, commercial fit-outs, demolition and larger-scale retail transformations.
- Learn the full process: See how projects progress from strip-outs and site preparation through to completed commercial spaces.
- Develop your trade skills: Learn alongside experienced tradespeople and build your confidence across different stages of shopfitting.
- Hands-on experience: Work on practical projects that involve transforming and expanding existing retail premises.
- Build your future: Continue developing your skills and experience as you progress through your apprenticeship.
Ready to get started? If you're motivated, take pride in your work and want to develop your skills across a variety of commercial shopfitting projects, we'd love to hear from you.
At MEGT, we enable people to start their careers through Apprenticeships and Traineeships and support large and small businesses to recruit, train and grow careers. Our purpose is to provide life-changing, lifelong learning and employment solutions for all. We invite you to be part of our story.
MEGT is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation and an Equal Opportunity Employer. We have zero tolerance for racism, discrimination, harm or abuse. We foster a culture that values safety, diversity and inclusion, and encourage all qualified applicants, including people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, veterans and people from diverse backgrounds, to apply.
1st-3rd Year Carpentry Apprentice in Melbourne employer: MEGT
At MEGT, we pride ourselves on being a leading not-for-profit organisation that champions Australian Apprenticeships while fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. Based in Sunshine, our Apprenticeships Field Consultant role offers flexible working options, a fully maintained company car, and generous parental leave, all within a culture that values personal growth and community impact. Join us to make a meaningful difference while enjoying a rewarding career with a certified Great Place to Work.
