Positions for our 2025 intake
Benefits for Council apprentices and trainees
Our shortlisting process
In reward for your hard work
How to apply

Gladstone Regional Council is proud to facilitate the upskilling of our region.    

There are a variety of opportunities available which will provide on-the-job training and support to develop employability skills, knowledge, and experience.  

Our training opportunities consist of a mix of hands-on practical work, learning from experienced leaders, and classroom education in the vocational area to develop theoretical knowledge.   

Positions for our 2025 intake included:

• Apprentice Nursery Gardener 
• Apprentice Botanic Gardener 
• Apprentice Electrician 
• Apprentice Plumber (x 2) 
• Business Administration Trainee (x 6) 
• Community Services Trainee 
• Designer Cadet 
• Event Trainee 
• First Nations Fire Trainee (x 2) 
• ICT Trainee (x 2) 
• Live Production Trainee 
• Process Operator Trainee 
• Waste Management Trainee 
• Workplace Health and Safety Trainee. 

Benefits for Council apprentices and trainees include: 

• Uniforms and tools provided
• 100 percent of training costs paid for by Council
• Free physiotherapy
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted health cover and fitness memberships
• Dedicated support person and mentor.

Our shortlisting process  

Shortlisted applicants can expect to participate in aptitude testing, an interview and pre-employment checks including a medical where required.   

In reward for your hard work  

You will have the opportunity to kick start your career within a progressive local government organisation working within a team that values your contribution.    

How to apply  

Applications opened noon, Monday, 1 July 2024 and closed noon Friday, 19 July 2024.   

Successful candidates commenced with Council in January 2025. 

Please visit our Current Vacancies to view current availabilities.

For more information about apprenticeships and traineeships with Council, please contact us on (07) 4970 0700 or email info@gladstone.qld.gov.au