Cadet Civil Engineer

ABOUT THE ROLE

Coolamon Shire Council is seeking a motivated Cadet Civil Engineer to join our Engineering and Technical Services team, commencing January 2027.

This role provides an opportunity to develop practical engineering knowledge and skills while undertaking tertiary studies in Civil Engineering. Council is open to supporting qualifications at Diploma, Associate Degree and/or Degree level, with the level of study to be discussed with the successful candidate.

You will gain hands on experience across a broad range of civil engineering functions, including surveying, design, construction, project management and the maintenance of Council’s infrastructure. As your skills and experience develop, your responsibilities will progress alongside your tertiary studies and on the job training.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist engineering design staff with the preparation of engineering designs.

Assist with construction, maintenance and other engineering works.

Support the preparation, implementation and review of asset management plans.

Assist with the collection of engineering-related field data.

Develop knowledge of relevant legislation, Australian Standards, policies and engineering guidelines.

Identify and report issues, risks, incidents and hazards in a timely manner.

Complete allocated tasks, reports and administrative duties efficiently and accurately.

Develop practical technical skills through on-the-job training and experience.

Maintain satisfactory progress in Civil Engineering studies, working towards an engineering qualification.

ABOUT YOU

Current NSW Class C or Provisional Driver Licence (Essential).

Current WHS Construction Induction Certificate (White Card) (Essential).

Demonstrated genuine interest in civil engineering.

Understanding of work health and safety legislation.

Good written and verbal communication skills.

Strong administrative and organisational skills, with attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.

Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Ability to complete tasks, reports and assignments within required timeframes.

Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

ABOUT US

Coolamon Shire Council provides a range of services and infrastructure to support the towns and rural communities within our Local Government Area. We are committed to developing our workforce, supporting learning opportunities and providing practical experience to help build future careers in local government.

A cadetship with Council offers the opportunity to combine tertiary study with valuable industry experience while contributing to projects that support our local area.

HOW TO APPLY

All applications must include;

Current Resume

Cover Letter

* Coolamon Shire Council’s Job Application Form

To be considered for this role, ensure your application is addressed to the General Manager and submitted to [email protected] by Monday 9th November, 2026.

Enquiries relating to this role should be directed to Matt Stubbs, Executive Manager, Engineering & Technical Services on 6930 1800.

Coolamon Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a safe and respectful workplace where all employees feel valued, appreciated and accepted.