The State Government will conduct a week-long course for up to 20 Collie and Dwellingup residents to help them develop skills to find a job in the local trails industry.
The training initiative is part of the Government's plan to create and maintain more than 180km of high-quality mountain bike and bush-walking trails in the area.
The five-day 'Job Ready Trail Construction Training' will be held from November 18-22 at Roche Park Recreation Centre in Collie and on nearby land.
Participants will be taught a range of practical trail building skills to help them become job-ready and able to apply for future entry level trail construction jobs.
The course will cover subjects such as sustainable trail principles, trail features, dieback awareness, stonework, and practical trail construction techniques.
Throughout the five-day course, participants will have the opportunity to interact with potential employers to maximise their chances of employment.
Sport and Recreation Minister Mick Murray encouraged anyone looking for local employment to apply.
"Getting a job in trail building could be a terrific starting point for someone looking to get into the workforce, gain some experience, and perhaps move onto further employment or education," Minister Murray said.
"The State Government is progressing significant trail construction projects in Collie and Dwellingup that will take several years to complete - this will create jobs in trail construction in both communities.
"With our trails strategy, we want to not only attract visitors from around the world, but also create jobs and support the local economy."
For more information and to apply, contact steve.bennett@dlgsc.wa.gov.au.
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