Start your roofing career! Join a fast-paced crew, learn on the job, and earn while you work high up, outdoors.
18th May, 2026
1st Year Roof Tiling Apprentice
Sydney-based work (with occasional Central Coast/Newcastle jobs) | Full-time | Earn while you learn
Ready to build a future you’ll actually enjoy? If you’re fit, motivated and keen to learn a hands-on trade, this is your chance to start a career in tile roofing (no metal) with a professional crew working on large-scale residential projects.
You’ll be employed and supported by Central Coast Group Training (CCGT) — the Coast’s leading employer of Apprentices and Trainees for close to 40 years.
About the Role
Based mostly on Sydney worksites (with occasional jobs on the Central Coast and in Newcastle), you’ll be learning the ropes of tile roof installation on large-scale residential projects as part of a hardworking roofing crew.
Start: ASAP
Term: 36-month apprenticeship
Training: Certificate III in Roof Tiling (RTO: TAFE NSW – Quakers Hill)
Roster: Full-time (38 hours/week)
Typical hours: 7:00am–3:06pm (Monday to Friday) with possible RDOs
Uniform: Provided (shirt & jacket)
Travel: Regular travel to Sydney sites required (own vehicle essential)
Key Responsibilities
You’ll be part of a roofing crew and learn skills such as:
Mixing mud and preparing materials
Heavy tile lifting and loading elevators
Moving tools and using a nail gun
Standing up battens
Working on roofs up to two storey's high
General ground work and site clean-up
Note: This is a physical, outdoor role with heavy lifting, working at heights and travel to Sydney required.
About You
Keen to start a trade and learn from experienced roofers
Physically fit and comfortable with outdoor work
Confident working at heights of up to two storeys
Strong work ethic, listens well and follows direction
Positive attitude and a solid team player
What you’ll need
WHS White Card
P-Plates (minimum)
Own vehicle (essential)
Comfortable with heavy lifting, working at heights of up to two storeys and working in all weather
What’s in it for you?
Get paid to learn while completing a Certificate III in Roof Tiling
On-the-job training from experienced roofing professionals
Build real trade skills in a growing industry
Progression opportunities after completion (e.g., Leading Hand)
Uniform provided (shirt & jacket)
How to apply
Click APPLY NOW and upload your resume (even a basic one is fine). Add a short note including:
Where you’re based
Your licence status + access to a reliable vehicle