Hello everyone,
I am 28M living in Gold Coast. I have never done an trades/construction work but I am really interested in starting. Mainly to learn the skills of building/construction. Prior to this I've mostly spent my time working casual jobs in other industries, an working for myself as a PT.
My questions is this: I have a Mechanical Engineering Degree from USYD. I never worked as an engineer. I am wondering how this degree can help me in the apprenticeship process.
I know I can get a Builder's license straight away because I have the MechE degree. I don't want to become a builder without hands on experience. How should I go about getting hands on experience? Which path offers the best opportunity in terms of pay, hours(preferably part time) and skills?
Thank you
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