- Temporary full-time position available (maximum of 4 years)
- Join
us and start your exciting new role in January 2026!
- Start
your career in civil construction and earn while you learn
- Enjoy
access to Council's 9-day RDO arrangement
About us:
Recently voted by TimeOut Magazine as #1 Coolest Neighbourhood in Australia, Burwood is a diverse, creative, and connected community. Our community enjoys well designed public spaces, inclusive cultural events, intriguing laneways with impressive public art and an enviable restaurant and café scene.
At Burwood our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our exciting and ambitious Community Strategic Plan 2036.
Your position:
Burwood Council is proud to offer a Traineeship within our
Civil Construction and Maintenance team, supporting the next generation of
skilled professionals who help keep our city moving.
As a Civil Construction Trainee, you’ll be part of a
dedicated team responsible for maintaining and enhancing Burwood’s civil
infrastructure — including footpaths, driveways, kerbs, gutters, and roads.
You’ll gain hands-on experience working outdoors, learning to use plant and
equipment safely, and developing practical trade skills while completing a
Certificate III in Civil Construction.
As a Civil Construction Trainee, you will:
- Work
alongside experienced team members to maintain and improve Burwood’s civil
assets.
- Learn
practical skills such as excavation,
base preparation, forming, and finishing of concrete, asphalt, and
drainage works.
- Gain
experience in the safe use of tools, machinery, and equipment used in civil
works.
- Participate
in on-the-job training while completing your Certificate III in Civil
Construction qualification.
- Contribute
to creating safe and high-quality public spaces for the Burwood community.
Key requirements:
- A
willingness to enrol in and complete a Certificate III in Civil
Construction
- A
passion for working outdoors and an interest in learning civil
construction
- A
positive attitude, enthusiasm to learn, and a commitment to teamwork
- A
NSW White Card (or willingness to obtain one)
- Be
fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (minimum two doses)
- Be
willing to undertake pre-employment screening, which may include a
pre-employment medical and/or police check
Please read the position description to learn more on this
role.
Culture & Benefits:
- Weekly
rate of pay is in accordance with the Trainee Band under the Local
Government (State) Award 2023
- 12%
Superannuation
- Access
to Council's 9-day Rostered Day Off (RDO) arrangement
- Learn
from our experienced civil team
- Health
and well-being initiatives, including flu vaccinations, skin checks, and
access to Fitness Passport
- Ongoing
training and professional development opportunities
- Access
to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Enquiries:
For further information about this role, please contact John
Price, Senior Team Leader Civil Construction & Maintenance on 02 9078 6152.
If you need assistance with your application, any
adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to
discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact Casey Feeney, People
& Culture Advisor on 02 9078 6135.
How to apply:
Please click "Apply Now" and follow the prompts.
Applications must include a resume and responses to the online questions.
Closing date:
Wednesday, 12 November 2025 at 11:59 pm.
At Burwood Council we celebrate diversity, value
inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences and
perspectives. We are committed to creating an environment where every member of
our team feels respected, supported and inspired to contribute their unique
skills and talents for a better Burwood.
In serving our community, we are also proud to be a child
safe organisation.
