First-Year Apprentice – Epoxy Flooring & Surface Coatings

CEMX PTY LTD | Sydney | Full-time

Want to learn a practical trade and build a career in flooring?

CEMX PTY LTD is looking for a reliable and motivated first-year apprentice to join our Sydney team. No previous trade experience is required. School leavers and applicants starting their first trade career are encouraged to apply.

We specialise in decorative and industrial flooring, including epoxy coatings, flake floors, concrete preparation and resurfacing.

What We Offer

• Paid employment and on-the-job training.
• Practical mentoring from our director, an experienced civil engineer.
• Support towards an appropriate Certificate III apprenticeship, subject to confirmation with MEGT and the training provider.
• A range of residential, commercial and industrial projects.
• Apprentice wages and entitlements under the applicable award.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress within the business.

What You Will Learn

Under supervision, you will learn to:

• Prepare concrete floors using grinders and dust extraction equipment.
• Repair cracks, patch damaged concrete and level surfaces.
• Measure and mix primers, epoxy and other flooring products safely.
• Apply coatings, decorative flakes and protective topcoats.
• Prepare work areas, mask edges and maintain clean, organised sites.
• Clean and care for tools and equipment.
• Follow site safety procedures and use the correct protective equipment.

Who We Are Looking For

You will be:

• Reliable, punctual and ready for early starts.
• Interested in practical work and willing to learn.
• Careful, attentive and able to follow instructions.
• Comfortable with physical tasks using safe handling methods.
• Respectful towards teammates and customers.

Requirements

• NSW White Card, or willingness to obtain one before starting site work.
• Reliable arrangements to reach agreed work locations across Sydney.
• A driver’s licence is preferred but not essential.
• Working rights and eligibility for the proposed apprenticeship, to be confirmed with MEGT.

How to Apply

Click Apply Now and send your resume with a short introduction explaining why you would like to learn the trade. If you have no work experience yet, tell us about your interests, school projects or practical activities.

To be eligible for an apprenticeship or traineeship you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have full working rights.