Gear Shift

1,000 open positions

B​uild skills. Build confidence. Build your future. 

 A hands-on, pre-vocational program designed for students who learn by doing.

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What is Gear Shift

  Gear Shift is an 8-week immersion program delivered by Communities of Gladstone Supporting Youth (COGSY) in partnership with Gladstone State High School. Hosted at a live industrial site, this pilot initiative equips students with practical skills, industry exposure, and certified training – all in a real-world setting.

What is Included 

Construction White Card certification (accredited training) Site safety, teamwork, and job-readiness skills Supervised tool-based projects (woodwork, concrete, scaffolding) PPE provided (overalls, steel-capped boots, safety gear) Mentorship from qualified industry professionals Goal tracking and school reporting to support progress

Program Details

🗓 8 Consecutive Thursdays — Term 4, 2025 📍 HRS Yard, Gladstone 
🎯 10 positions available 📩 admin@cogsy.org | 📞 0418 745 848


Who Should Apply

Year 10 students interested in trades, construction, or hands-on work Young people who thrive in practical learning environments Students seeking a supported pathway into industry or further VET training

How to Apply

Attend the Information Session at GSHS (Term 3, Week X) 
Submit applications by Week 4 via Mr Terry Wells 
Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed by COGSY (Week 6, August) 

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Gladstone, Australia
Students

Industry Cogs Program

1,000 open positions
Industry cogs. Write one or two paragraphs describing your product, services or a specific feature. To be successful your content needs to be useful to your readers. 


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Perform assigned responsibilities, collaborate with team members, and adhere to company policies. Strong communication, problem-solving, and work ethic required. Adaptability, initiative, and willingness to learn are valued.

Gladstone, Australia
Students

COGSY (Communities of Gladstone Supporting Youth Inc.) is dedicated to empowering young people through practical skills development, creativity, and connection. Our programs focus on nurturing life, work, and business skills, all while encouraging teamwork, wellbeing, and purpose.  

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