AddressCadet Development Engineer
Temporary Full-Time (minimum 2 Years)
Are you ready to start your career in Civil Engineering? Gain valuable industry experience while you study as a Cadet Development Engineer with Lake Mac Council!
- Earn while you learn – Get paid while you study a Bachelor of Engineering (Civil)
- Develop practical skills while being mentored by highly skilled professionals
- Make a difference and positively contribute to our community
Lake Macquarie City Council is one of the largest employers of training positions in the Hunter region. The Cadet Development Engineer is part of Council’s Early Careers program – designed to provide you with on-the-job experience, mentoring and support from highly skilled professionals, all while you complete a formal qualification. Additional benefits include paid course fees and paid study time while gaining valuable skills and experience. Earn while you learn and kick-start your career with Lake Mac Council!
ABOUT THE JOB
Join our progressive Development Assessment and Certification team and gain practical hands-on experience in supporting the planning and assessment of new developments, and the delivery of related infrastructure for the community of Lake Macquarie. You will be supported by a dedicated team of Engineers and professionals to gain broad practical experience in Civil Engineering that will complement the knowledge gained through your University studies.
A typical day as a Cadet Development Engineer could include:
- assisting in the assessment and determination of a broad range of development applications and works certificates for subdivisions
- conducting site inspections, preparing inspection reports and engaging in negotiations with developers
- provision of technical advice about subdivision and engineering related matters to applicants
- assessment of the suitability of technical studies associated with urban development. In particular hydrology, hydraulic, stormwater quality, geometric design, traffic and geotechnical studies and ensure compliance with the conditions of consent.
You will play a role in assisting to create vibrant, self-sustaining communities that are accessible, functional, safe and well-connected to ensure residents of Lake Macquarie can enjoy access to local services, facilities and infrastructure.
The Cadetship is a full-time position consisting of a 35-hour work week, inclusive of paid time to attend compulsory University classes. As you will be working full time, you would be required to convert to part-time studies. Continued enrollment in the relevant degree is a mandatory requirement for the duration of the Cadetship. Graduate applicants are ineligible for this Cadetship position.
ABOUT YOU
We are looking for undergraduate students who:
- Have completed or substantially completed the second year of a Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) or equivalent within a combined degree that incorporates the Bachelor of Engineering (Civil).
- Are computer savvy and have a basic level of experience or understanding of analysing data and technical report writing
- Enjoy working in a team and across a variety of office and site locations
- Hold a minimum of Provisional Drivers Licence
The position is located at Council’s Administration Office in Speers Point NSW and involves frequent travel to multiple areas within Lake Macquarie.
Read the position statement to learn more.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Receive a wage whilst studying towards a qualification starting from $1040.80 per week plus 12 per cent superannuation (23/24 FY)
- Payment of university fees (including course and amenities fees) for the remainder of your related undergraduate studies
- Paid time to study and attend compulsory classes
- Yearly pay reviews and increases based on performance
- 35 hour working week with nine-day fortnight
- Four weeks paid annual leave
- Be mentored and work closely with Team of qualified Engineers and professionals in a supportive, empowering, innovative and collaborative work environment
- Click here to view more benefits on offer.
HOW TO APPLY
If this fantastic opportunity is what you are looking for, we would love to hear from you! Get your application in by midnight, Monday 1st July 2024.
- Check out the FAQs andGuide to Applying before starting your application.
- Click the ‘Apply Now’ button below to start your application. You will need to upload a resume and provide responses to application questions based on the position statement.
- For enquiries about the role, contact David Pavitt, 02 4921 0*** or via email ********@lakemac.nsw.gov.au.
- Interviews will be scheduled in early July 2024.
- We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
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 Catherine Khalil, Early Careers Advisor for a confidential discussion on 02 4069 0*** or via email *******@lakemac.nsw.gov.au or click here for more information.
Our people shape the future of our city. We’re proud of our city and the work we do to make our city even better for the community, and we know you will be too. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workforce that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative, bold and most importantly – to be yourself! We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees, and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.
As part of the recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.
