Once you have decided that a career in infrastructure is for you, it is important that you take a few easy steps to help shape your future.
The most important thing is to have a positive attitude and to be prepared to give it a go! Employers like their staff to be happy, motivated and enthusiastic about their work.
The next step we suggest is to talk to your career advisor (if you are still at school) who can help you with information on careers and training in infrastructure.
If you want to get into working right away, you will probably need a Curriculum Vitae (your career advisor should be able to help). Your CV should reflect your desire to work in the infrastructure industry and highlight any relevant skills that you already have.
It is also advisable that you obtain a drivers license. A basic drivers license (Class 1) allows you to up-skill to other grades of licenses such as Heavy Transport and Wheels, Tracks and Rollers once you are working.
The next thing is to find and talk to companies about jobs. Infrastructure companies are always on the look out for keen new employees. They, along with your career advisor, will be able to recommend what is the best career path for you. They will also be able to advise on the training options – which can be either on-the-job training, a Modern Apprenticeship or tertiary training.
If your school is part of the Gateway Programme, there is the opportunity to get a foot in the door, and gain skills and knowledge in your chosen industry, while you are still at school. Talk to your Gateway Co-ordinator.
The most important thing is to have a positive attitude and to be prepared to give it a go! Employers like their staff to be happy, motivated and enthusiastic about their work.
The next step we suggest is to talk to your career advisor (if you are still at school) who can help you with information on careers and training in infrastructure.
If you want to get into working right away, you will probably need a Curriculum Vitae (your career advisor should be able to help). Your CV should reflect your desire to work in the infrastructure industry and highlight any relevant skills that you already have.
It is also advisable that you obtain a drivers license. A basic drivers license (Class 1) allows you to up-skill to other grades of licenses such as Heavy Transport and Wheels, Tracks and Rollers once you are working.
The next thing is to find and talk to companies about jobs. Infrastructure companies are always on the look out for keen new employees. They, along with your career advisor, will be able to recommend what is the best career path for you. They will also be able to advise on the training options – which can be either on-the-job training, a Modern Apprenticeship or tertiary training.
If your school is part of the Gateway Programme, there is the opportunity to get a foot in the door, and gain skills and knowledge in your chosen industry, while you are still at school. Talk to your Gateway Co-ordinator.
