Address
Form of workTrainee Survey & Design Officer
Location: Tamworth, NSW
THE OPPORTUNITY
This is an exciting role where you will develop real skills that can be applied to a wide range of civil infrastructure situations.
- Development of CAD skills for plan preparation for a variety of design situations
- Site investigation and survey to prepare plans for civil infrastructure
- Reviewing plans prepared by others
COULD THIS BE YOU?
To be successful in this role you will be keen, motivated and willing to apply yourself to learn new survey and design skills for the betterment of the region. You will have an understanding of the importance of quality design and will be keen to apply yourself to learn the skills to create quality designs.
This traineeship is for the term of three (3) years. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to undertake hands on experience in a work environment whilst completing a nationally recognised qualification, completing a Cert IV in Civil Construction Design.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY
- Develop skills and assist Survey Team to produce site plans that will be used for design and investigation for future Civil Infrastructure
- Develop Computer Aided Design and Drafting skills to produce a variety of Civil Infrastructure designs
- Develop skills and understanding across a range of engineering areas to solve real world problems for the betterment of the community
OPPORTUNITIES EXIST FOR:
- Mentorship in a supportive team environment;
- Successful completion of a Certificate level qualification – nationally recognised;
- Succession Planning; and
- Opportunities to progress through skill development and experience to Designer and Senior Designer for outstanding candidates.
TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED
- To be eligible and willing to undertake a Traineeship towards attaining a Certificate IV Civil Construction Design or other relevant course;
- A Current Driver Licence (P1 & P2 is acceptable)
- Good results and/or ability in Mathematics, Science, Design & Technology and/or Industrial Technology
- Good communication skills both verbal and written;
- Experience working effectively in a team environment (work, school, sport);
- The ability to problem solve and take initiative with a positive can-do attitude;
- A desire to use your skills for the betterment of the community; and
- A genuine interest in building a career in your chosen area.
INTERESTED? WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU!
For a confidential discussion, please contact Yvette Lieschke Mercer, Senior Designer, on 02 6767 5593.
Salary range: Grade T4 – T10 - $776.10 - $1154.20 per week including superannuation for a 35 hour work week. Salary may be negotiated based on skills, experience and your value to our organisation.
Flexible working arrangements will be considered by mutual agreement and according to operational requirements.
Shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake a Pre-employment Medical Screening including Alcohol & Other Drugs Testing.
Apply Now! Applications Close: 11.59pm Friday 29 March 2024
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
WHY IS IT ‘WORTH’ WORKING AT TAMWORTH REGIONAL COUNCIL?
For your LIFESTYLE: More time in your day with flexibility for your passions, family or play!
Flexible Work Arrangements: your work/life balance is important to us. Approved by mutual agreement according to operational requirements (examples include condensed hours, job share, 19 day months, 9 day fortnights, time in lieu as approved)
Attractive Leave Options
- Long service leave after five (5) years
- Nine weeks (full pay) paid parental leave, 18 weeks (half pay) paid parental leave
- Three weeks sick leave annually
- Health & Wellbeing leave, Carer’s leave, Domestic Violence leave
- Leave (1 day) for NAIDOC week celebrations for those who identify
For our COMMUNITY: Help create Tamworth tomorrow, leave your mark on our city.
At Council we have the honour of leaving a legacy on our community. We create and enhance world class facilities and events. We develop Tamworth’s economy through investment and infrastructure. We ensure our city is sustainable for future growth and success.
For your CAREER: Boost your career, the sky is the limit.
Council is a giant pathway for forging your career and we prioritise growing our own talent, through training and professional development. Our Educational Assistance Program provides opportunities to pursue study in a higher-level role or related qualification/field.
For BELONGING: Join a family that values team spirit and genuinely cares about your wellbeing.
- Breast feeding friendly workplace
- Ideal location with easy access to cycle or walk to work
- QANTAS Club discounts
- Free entry to Council’s pools
- Health & Wellbeing programs
- Social Club
- Employee Assistance Program for yourself and your immediate family
- Corporate rate gym membership (participating gyms)
- Uniforms subsidised
- Novated leases available to all staff
A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK!
Tamworth Regional Council proudly sits on Kamilaroi Country, the traditional lands of the Gomeroi people, with a large diverse workplace culture with over 650 employees who are proud to service our community.
The Tamworth region is home to over 60,000 people and is a thriving economic and cultural hub in the North West of NSW. Our recently adopted plan for the future of the region, ‘Blueprint 100’, drives strategic vision for growth as a region, as we plan for how the city and the region will sustainably accommodate a population of 100,000 people.
Our people strive to build a great organisational culture fostering our shared values of Teamwork, Equity, Accountability, Customer Orientation and Health and Safety whilst embracing the drive for excellence, innovation and respect.
ABOUT OUR REGION
The Tamworth Regional is a fabulous place to call home boasting the vibrant regional city of Tamworth along with the towns of Manilla, Barraba, Nundle and Kootingal as well as 17 hamlets, villages and rural areas. Located just 4 hours’ drive (or a direct flight) to bustling Sydney and multiple coastal locations within 3-4 hours’ drive, Tamworth is a central hub and a place to enjoy all year round.
Tamworth offers an enviable lifestyle with all the conveniences and services you’d expect from a larger city, coupled with a relaxed pace of life with opportunities to enjoy all that nature has to offer, along with being a great place to raise children, make long term friends and create a professional career.
As the capital of the North West region, Tamworth is home to major health and education centres, affordable housing options to suit all lifestyles, attractive employment and business opportunities with a robust and innovative local economy. In addition, the Tamworth region boasts a proud sporting culture with world class facilities and a supporting community of clubs.
Tamworth Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to supporting a diverse, respectful, safe and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process.
Council is committed to promoting the care, protection and safeguarding of children. To learn more about our Commitment to Child Safety Statement and screening processes, click the link below.
https://shorturl.at/npAF6
