Gladstone Regional Council is proud to help 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 available for our 2022 intake include:
Business Administration Trainees
Apprentice Heavy Vehicle Plant Mechanic
Apprentice Botanic/Nursery Gardener
Apprentice Plumber *
Civil Construction Trainee
Process Operator Trainee *
Theatre Technician Trainee
Conservation & Land Management Trainee
Process Operator Trainee
Waste Management Trainee
Finance Trainee
Governance Trainee
* These Apprentice Plumber and Process Operator positions are located at Agnes Water/Seventeen Seventy.
Benefits for Council apprentices and trainees include:
competitive salaries including penalty rates, where applicable
a nine-day fortnight*
uniforms and all tools provided
100% of training costs paid for by Council
ongoing training and career development in their specialty
dedicated support person and mentor
Our shortlisting process
Shortlisted applicants can expect to participate in aptitude testing and an interview and will participate in an assessment centre.
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 Wednesday, 1 September 2021 and closed midday Friday, 17 September 2021.
Successful candidates will commence with Council on Monday, 7 February 2022.
