Are you ready to launch your engineering career while making a real difference in your local community?
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic
Cadet Engineer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a diverse range of civil engineering projects while completing your tertiary studies.
The Opportunity
As a Cadet Engineer, you will work alongside experienced professionals, gaining practical experience while contributing to real projects.
About the Role
As a Cadet Engineer, you will work alongside experienced planners and development professionals to support a wide range of planning projects. This is a hands-on role where you’ll learn to:
- Assist in the provision of a broad range of engineering services including but not limited to project management, maintenance of registers, statistics & data analysis, research & reporting, survey & design asset management.
- Actively participate in mentorship provided by senior members of Council’s engineering team to learn the processes and techniques associated with infrastructure, maintenance and construction activities in Local Government.
- Apply theoretical learning to workplace activities to enhance technical skills gained by practical, on the job experience.
- Successful completion of academic studies.
What We’re Looking For
You don’t need engineer experience—just the drive to learn and grow. Ideal candidates will have:
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Good communication and teamwork abilities
- A proactive mindset and willingness to learn
- Basic knowledge of engineering tools/software (advantage)
Conditions
- Term contract – standard length of undergraduate course being undertaken to a maximum of 6 years
- Full time employment working 35 hours per week for the term of the contact
- 100% funded by Council including tuition fees, textbooks and other related expenses
- Study leave arrangements in work hours
