Cadet Technical Officer

About the Opportunity

Council is looking for a Cadet Technical Officer to join their Works Maintenance team. You will complete a fully paid for Bachelor Degree of Engineering (Civil), and receive on the job mentoring from industry professionals and on the job experience.

This position can be based at any of our major centres across the region (Dalby/Chinchilla/Miles/Tara/Wandoan).

Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, you will be:

Assisting the Project Managers is providing engineering support in all areas as required

Undertaking investigation of works and customer requests relating to construction and maintenance operations and strategic planning

Assisting in the preparation of estimates, site investigation, designs, project management, compilation of the 10 year capital works program and systems implementation

About yourself

The successful applicant will have:

An interest in civil infrastructure;

The ability to gain entry into an Associate Degree of Engineering (minimum) OR have already commenced this course at a Tertiary Institution;

Good problem-solving ability; and

Strong analytical and technical ability.

The benefits working for WDRC:

Work / life balance

Enjoy quality time with a 9 day fortnight or 19 day month.

Access to Corporate Health Plan

Take care of yourself and join a health plan to improve life.

Health & Wellbeing program and Mental Health Support

Change your lifestyle and live better with healthy ideas. Be your best possible self with provided support and information.

Access to free Employee Assistance Program & confidential counselling

Reach out to someone confidentially if you are experiencing any concerns or problems.

Salary Packaging Available

Restructure your salary to work for you to pay for everyday living expenses such as Motor Vehicles, Superannuation, Remote Area Housing (Rent), Fuel, Gas and Electricity.

Allowances Available (if applicable)

Allowances such as Locality Allowance may be applicable to your position.

Job security in a local government position

Feel secure working for an organisation who believes in strong foundations of respect, balance, communication, teamwork, accountability and leadership. 

Living & Working in the Western Downs:

https://www.westerndownsqueensland.com.au/

If you are looking to kick start your Civil Engineering career, this is a fantastic opportunity to receive on the job training, mentoring and a fully paid for qualification.  TOGETHER WE MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE.

Applications close at 5.00pm AEST on Thursday 29 May 2025.

Additional Information

The recruitment process may include candidates undergoing a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.

Applicants for this position agree to WDRC conducting an employment check with your current (or most recent) employer prior to your formal appointment to the advertised position.

WDRC reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice.