Browse current apprenticeship, traineeship and job vacancies with Novaskill host employers across NSW. Use the filters to search by region, provider or state, then add the roles that suit you to your shortlist.
Novaskill lists current apprenticeship, traineeship and direct job vacancies with host employers across the Hunter, Newcastle and wider NSW regions. As a Group Training Organisation (GTO) established in 1980, Novaskill employs apprentices and trainees and places them with host employers, so you gain paid, nationally recognised, on-the-job training.
To apply, open a vacancy from the list above, review the role details, then add it to your shortlist and submit your details to register your interest. A Novaskill recruitment team member will then be in touch about next steps and any documents you need.
A shortlist is your saved list of Novaskill vacancies that you can submit in one go to register your interest. Add roles as you browse, then open your Novaskill shortlist to send your details to our team. For more on getting application-ready, see getting job-ready with Novaskill.
| Opportunity type | Typical length | What you gain |
|---|---|---|
| Apprenticeship | 3 to 4 years | Paid work plus a nationally recognised trade qualification |
| Traineeship | 1 to 2 years | Paid work plus a nationally recognised vocational qualification |
| Direct job role | Varies by role | Paid employment with a Novaskill host employer |
Open the vacancy you want, add it to your shortlist, then submit your details from your Novaskill shortlist to register your interest. The Novaskill team reviews each shortlist and contacts you about interviews and any documents required.
A shortlist is your saved list of Novaskill vacancies. It lets you gather several roles as you browse, then submit them together to register your interest, rather than applying to each one separately. You can review or change your shortlist at any time before you submit.
Most Novaskill apprenticeships and traineeships are open to school leavers, career changers and adults seeking nationally recognised qualifications across the Hunter, Newcastle and wider NSW regions. Specific eligibility, such as age, residency or pre-requisites, depends on the role and qualification. To understand the pathways first, read what you need to know about apprenticeships and traineeships. [NEEDS: confirm general eligibility criteria.]
An apprenticeship usually leads to a nationally recognised trade qualification over 3 to 4 years, while a traineeship usually leads to a nationally recognised vocational qualification over 1 to 2 years. Both combine paid work with structured training. To compare study options, explore the different ways to study with Novaskill.