About Downer Group
Downer designs, builds and sustains assets, infrastructure and facilities and it is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. With a history dating back over 150 years, Downer is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and New Zealand Stock Exchange as Downer EDI Limited (DOW).
About the Program
Downer has at any given time approximately between 410-470 apprentices undertaking 40+ accredited qualifications. The aim of the Downer Apprenticeship Program is to build a rich and diverse pipeline of future skilled professionals.
To deliver its purpose, promise and pillars, Downer recognises that it is essential to attract, retain and develop apprentices and trainees who are willing to learn and progress with the business. This will ensure that Downer has a competitive advantage to secure a sustainable business for the future.
The Downer Apprenticeship Program provides individuals with comprehensive on-the-job training as well as supporting your formal qualification to ensures long-term career success and builds capability and confidence across its four pillars: safety, delivery, relationships and thought leadership.
The apprentice or trainee intake occurs biannually, and the program commences either in January or June each year.
Downer’s trade-based skills apprenticeship program covers a broad spectrum of trades. The company operates in electrical, civil construction, mechanical fitters, air-conditioning and refrigeration, plumbers, carpenters, chefs and mobile plant technology.
