Fabrication Apprenticeship

**Fabrication Apprentice - Timber Industry***

**Red Stag Timber Ltd, Waipa Mill, Rotorua***

**_ Expressions of Interest - Fabrication Apprenticeship_**

Located 5 minutes south of the Rotorua CBD, Red Stag Timber operates Waipa Mill, New Zealand’s largest timber manufacturing site. With leading edge technology the mill is the largest stand-alone operation in NZ, producing structural timber for both the domestic and export markets.

This career path will provide specialized learning to become a L4 trade qualified Fabricator, and the opportunity to be involved in the site’s planned upgrades and expansion projects over the next few years. Skilled and trade qualified technicians have the earning potential of $80,000+/annum, and are highly sought after in many industries both in New Zealand and overseas.

Red Stag will be the ‘host company’ to provide support and continue paid fulltime employment as an Apprentice, with the view to achieve an L4 National Certificate in Fabrication. Practical learning on site will involve hands on work, mentored by our experienced Trades people. Apprenticeships generally take up to 4 years to complete.

Ideally, the preferred applicants will have:

- Excellent communication skills, personal presentation and willingness to follow instructions.
- Confident computer and IT skills.
- A reliable ‘work-first’ attitude, along with a strong commitment to workplace safety.
- A high level of physical fitness and strength due to the nature of the work tasks.

**_ A pre-employment medical health check, including drug screening applies._**

**a brief Mathematics & Mechanical aptitude test.