Apprenticeships at Degree C
Build Your Career with Tasmania’s Leading Multi-Trade Contractor
An apprenticeship isn't just your first job.
It's the beginning of a career you'll carry for life.
At Degree C, you'll learn from experienced tradespeople, work on some of Tasmania's largest commercial and industrial projects, and gain nationally recognised qualifications while earning a wage.
If you're leaving school, looking for a hands-on career or ready for a new challenge, we'll give you the skills, support and opportunities to build a future you can be proud of.
Your career starts here.
Why Work at Degree C?
Degree C is one of Tasmania’s largest and most established companies, employing over 320 people across mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, fire protection, and fabrication disciplines.
When you join Degree C, you become part of a business that:
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Works on major industrial, commercial and residential projects statewide
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Offers secure, long-term employment with consistent workload
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Encourages internal collaboration across multiple trades
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Invests heavily in training, upskilling and career progression
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Values safety, quality and teamwork above all else
We believe the best results come from people who are supported, challenged and proud of the work they do.
Our Culture
Degree C has a practical, down-to-earth culture built on respect, teamwork and a strong work ethic.
We value:
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A “can-do” attitude and willingness to have a go
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Pride in workmanship and attention to detail
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Collaboration between trades and departments
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Positive, long-term relationships — with clients and each other
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A safe, inclusive and supportive workplace
Many of our employees have built long careers with Degree C, progressing from apprentices to leaders within the business.
From early in your apprenticeship, you'll be working alongside qualified tradespeople on real projects throughout Tasmania.
Every day brings something different. One week you could be helping install systems in a school, the next working on a food production facility, hospital, manufacturing plant or commercial development.
The variety of work means you'll graduate with practical experience that sets you apart.
We offer apprenticeships across multiple trades.
Explore each trade to learn what you'll do, where you'll work and where the career can take you.
Fire Protection
Help protect people and buildings by installing and maintaining sprinkler systems and other critical fire protection infrastructure.
Fabrication
From structural steel to specialised stainless steel process equipment as a Boilermaker Welder or Sheetmetal Worker.
Mechanical Plumbing
Install heating, cooling, ventilation and specialised mechanical services systems across homes and major commercial buildings.
Refrigeration
Install and service commercial and industrial refrigeration systems that keep Tasmania's food and manufacturing industries running.
Electrical
Install, maintain and commission electrical systems across commercial, industrial and renewable energy projects.
WORK EXPERIENCE
We offer work experience opportunities for school students who are interested in getting hands-on, on-the-job experience within our team. This is a great chance to step inside the industry and see what a career in the trades is really like.
Students can choose to gain experience in:
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Fabrication
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Refrigeration
- Fire Protection
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Mechanical
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Electrical
Work experience is designed to give students real exposure to the day-to-day work of their chosen trade, helping them understand what’s involved before taking the next step in their career journey. It’s also a valuable opportunity to learn from and connect with experienced tradespeople and leaders within our company.
If you’re exploring career options or already have a trade in mind, our work experience program provides practical insight, guidance, and a supportive environment to learn and grow.