Natural Resources Trainee

Orange City Council is committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community. With around 700 employees, we take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community. Our aim - to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.

Your Future at Council:

• Undertake a Trainee placement within the Natural Resources section of Council whilst completing a Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management

• Assist Council with the management of Natural Resources on Council Land
• Work amongst our community and be a positive public facing ambassador for Orange City Council
• Prioritise safety and ensure safe work practices for yourself, your colleagues and our community

What you will Do:

• Be a valuable member of the Natural Resources Team
• Be eligible to undertake a Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management, including the ability to attend block training sessions
• Forget about course fees! As a Trainee we will cover the course fees 
• Provide assistance and support to the team, whilst developing skills and experience
• Assist with a variety of tasks including vegetation management, track installation and maintenance, fencing, erosion control, revegetation, stock maintenance, tree maintenance and weed control

 You’ll Be Proud Of:

• Making a positive contribution to your city and region
• Completing your traineeship and gaining on the job experience
• Working for an organisation which has our community at the heart of all that we do

Is this job for you?

• Apply by submitting your resume and providing a brief response as to why you are a great fit for this role! 
• Get your application in by: Wednesday 13th March 2024
• Weekly Salary Range: From $395.83 to $803.81 - Traineeship rates of pay are dependent on highest level of schooling completed & years out of school in accordance with Council's traineeship salary structure
• Hours of work: Full-time working 38 hours per week - Temporary 12-month Contract
• To benefit your wellbeing, you will have access to Council’s employee assistance program, flexible working arrangements, fitness passport and health and wellbeing programmes

Keen To Learn More?

• Click on the link to check out the Position Description
• Visit www.orange.nsw.gov.au to learn more about Orange City Council
• For any enquiries, reach out to Acting Coordinator Natural Resources, Andrew Cole on 6393 8025.

Please note: 

• Traineeship rates of pay are dependent on highest level of schooling completed and years out of school in accordance with Council's traineeship salary structure
• This is currently a temporary position for 12 months.
• Where additional candidates are found suitable from this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created for filling any similar temporary roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months.