CURRICULUM
INTAD News
In Term 2, Year 9 Design students were given the task to master AutoCAD by designing a product of their choosing. One of our talented students, Michael P, completed and constructed an incredible project that brought ancient history to life with modern technology.
Michael started by meticulously drawing a 2D version of the Pantheon using AutoCAD. He then utilised the program's many features to fully render a 3D version of his creation, which was then printed using our new Prusa 3D printer.
Great work, Michael!
Nicole Wilson - Design Technologies Coordinator
Studentship
Register for Elevate Education's Parent Webinar Series This Term
Elevate Education delivers high-impact workshops to our students that help to develop their study skills, motivation, and exam preparation. Over this term, you're invited to join their parent webinar series, where you can help support your child at home by reinforcing the skills they're learning at school.
Upcoming Webinars:
How to Get (And Keep!) Your Child Motivated - 6:30 pm, 6 August
How You Can Make Technology an Ally (& Not the Enemy!) - 6:30 pm, 20 August
How to Help Your Child Improve Their Note Taking - 6:30 pm, 3 September
How You Can Support Your Child During Exams - 6:30 pm, 17 September
Register for the series here, and learn some great practical strategies to help support your child this year.
Carmen Bennett - Head of Academic Performance
VET News
Work Experience
Year 10, 11 & 12 students are now in the process of organising their work experience for this term and the September holidays. Students can also now book in for Term 4 and the Christmas holiday.
Employers are booked up well in advance, so if you want to secure your ideal work experience, now is the time to book your placement.
STEPS:
- Collect Student Work Experience Application from Mrs O’Brien
- Student to organise placement with the employer
- Term-time Student Work Experience Application needs to be signed by teachers
- Return completed & signed Student Work Experience Application to Mrs O’Brien
- Collect Work Experience Agreement, Evaluation Form and Logbook from Mrs O’Brien
- Visit Employer, have workplace induction and get Work Experience Agreement signed
- Return signed Work Experience Agreement to Mrs O’Brien and complete and sign the Work Experience/Student Induction.
- Mrs O’Brien will go through the School Induction Form for student to sign.
- Attend placement, collect Evaluation Form from the employer on the last day and return it and your Logbook to Mrs O’Brien
- Debrief with Mrs O’Brien
Apprenticeship Opportunities
Your OCD Mechanics
Advertised 30 June 2025 - Apply on SEEK.com
Your OCD Mechanics is a local family-owned business looking for a 1st year apprentice to join our expanding team.
As a 1st year apprentice, you will be working alongside highly experienced tradesmen on all makes and models of light vehicles in a friendly, supportive environment, while completing your apprenticeship with a nationally recognised training provider.
To secure this role, it is essential that you:
- are reliable, punctual and work well in a team
- are willing to take direction and have great communication skills
- hold a current driver’s licence (Provisional or Open)
- Completed Year 12 (Preferably)
Green Energy
Advertised 14 July 2025 - Apply on SEEK.com
- Permanent full-time position
- 38 hours per week
- Mackay, Queensland
Successful applicants must have:
- Current driver's license & willing to travel (prerequisite for the role)
- White card & working at heights certifications (prerequisite for the role)
- Eager to learn new skills and apply oneself accordingly
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Willingness to work within a team and cooperate with our clients
- Work to OH&S regulations
- The ability to follow safety procedures
- Ability and willingness to use CRM software
- Honest & hardworking
- Punctual
- Passion for electrical and solar career
- Great attitude
Penske
Advertised 30 June 2025 - Apply on SEEK.com
What do you need?
- A passion for understanding how things work.
- A drive to learn and develop your skills both in the classroom and on the job.
- Good communication skills and self-assurance.
- Decent school results, ideally having completed Year 12.
- Reliability, dedication and punctuality.
- Have had experience in a full or part-time job in the past.
Komatsu
Advertised 30 June 2025 - Apply on SEEK.com
Automotive Electrician Apprenticeship Program - 2026 Intake
Plant Mechanic Apprenticeship Program - 2026 Intake
Written Application: Apply online by uploading your CV, cover letter, and any other desired supporting documents.
Video Interview: Following submission of your written application, you will receive an invitation to complete a short, pre-recorded video interview.
Interview: Successful applicants will be invited to attend the local branch for a face-to-face interview, as well as to participate in both a practical & written technical assessment.
Pre-employment checks: Applicants successful through interview will then be required to conduct a medical assessment, drug and alcohol screen, functional assessment, compliance checks and reference checks
Offer: Once pre-employment checks are completed, you will be formally offered a contract as a 2026 Apprentice! Congratulations!
North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation
Advertised 12 July 2025 - Apply on SEEK
What we are looking for:
- Upcoming school leavers completing Grade 12 in 2025 with minimum sound results in both English and Mathematics.
- The applicant will be required to hold a current Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC) or the ability to obtain an MSIC within three months of commencing employment.
- Willingness to provide high-quality labouring services in a maintenance and construction environment, following established systems and procedures.
- A commitment to the importance of high-quality client service and an ability to provide friendly and courteous service and information.
Alpha Cuts Mackay
Barber Apprentice Wanted
Please forward all resumes to alphacutsmackay@outlook.com.au
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Apollo Hair Andergrove
Junior Hairdressing Apprenticeship
Please send your application to apollohair@gmail.com
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TLB Hair Mackay Mount Pleasant
1st Year Apprentice
Email Trinity at trinitybatesprivate@gmail.com
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Brown and Bird
Accounting Traineeship for Year 12 Graduates
Are you finishing Year 12 and looking to study towards an accounting degree? This is a great chance to get paid while you learn and gain real experience in an accounting team.
Brown & Bird Accountants, based in Mackay, are offering accounting traineeships starting mid-January 2026.
What we can provide for you:
- Starting salary of $52,000
- Full-time employment
- Paid study leave
- Mentor professional development and support through your university studies
- Additional training sessions to support continual professional development through our CPA and other external programs
If you would like to be considered for a traineeship opportunity, please email your resume together with your latest school results to colby@brownbird.com.au.
Alternatively, please call in to our office on the First Floor, 73 Victoria Street, Mackay or call us on 4968 3166.
Check us out at www.brownbird.com.au
Hauhinco Mining Technology
Boilermaker Apprenticeship
Electrician Apprenticeship
What you will bring to us:
- Commitment to a 4-year apprenticeship with classroom-based and on-the-job training
- Shown interest in your respective field
- Awareness and commitment to safety
HBT GmbH, based in Lünen, Germany, is a leading manufacturer of longwall mining equipment, supplying high-performance systems to major mining markets across 15 countries, including Australia.
HBT Services QLD manages longwall machinery overhauls across Queensland, operating through three key facilities: Overhauls, Gearbox Repairs, and the Warehouse.
Applications close 17 October 2025.
Submit your application with a resume and cover letter to annette.reeves@hbt-group.com
Shortlisted candidates will progress to the interview stage in November 2025.