CIVIL CONSTRUCTION TRAINEE

A Trainee Opportunity - South Burnett Regional Council:
 
Kickstart your career in Civil Construction with this outstanding Traineeship with the South Burnett Regional Council.
 
The Kingaroy based Traineeship will be full-time for 12 months commencing Monday 1st February, 2027 and will include the completion of a Cert II in Civil Construction.
 
The Benefits:
 
The benefits include:

• Paid on-site training.
• A recognised qualification.
• A 9-day fortnight work roster.
• 12% Employer Superannuation contribution.
• Access to Corporate memberships.
• Access to Health & Wellbeing programmes.

Who Should Apply:
 
The position is offered under the Queensland Government's First Start initiative to provide increased opportunity for groups of Queenslanders confronting restricted employment opportunities.
 
The Duties:
 
Reporting to the Works Supervisor, the Trainee will perform a diverse range of duties which will include:

• Gain on-the-job civil construction experience by assisting with day-to-day activities in Council's civil operations such as construction and maintenance of roads and drainage infrastructure.
• Undertake all training requirements and complete a Cert II in Civil Construction.
• Operate small, motorised hand equipment.
• Provide a high level of client service to both internal and external clients.
• Refer matters that impact Council to appropriate Supervisors or Managers.
• Maintain a record of training achieved.
• Maintain a safe, clean and tidy workplace.
• Complete other reasonable activities and directions as needed.

The Requirements:

• A commitment to learn new skills and complete formal qualifications in civil construction.
• The ability to undertake manual lifting.
• A level of fitness that will allow the performance of a broad range of physical tasks.
• The ability to work safely outdoors in hot conditions.
• Sound comprehension and numeracy skills.
• The ability to follow directions and work with minimal supervision as required.
• Sound communication skills.
• Proven team player qualities.
• Minimum successful completion of year 10.
• General Safety Induction for Construction Worker Certificate (White Card) or the ability to quickly acquire.
• A minimum current "C" class driver licence.
• A commitment to safety in the workplace.

Additional Application Requirements: 
 
The recruitment process for this Traineeship will include:

• All applicants will be emailed a link to an eligibility questionnaire for on-line completion via phone, tablet, laptop or PC.

Only those applicants who complete the questionnaire will be able to progress to the next stage.

• Selected eligible applicants will then be invited by email to attend one of several group information sessions to further discuss the opportunity, complete a basic comprehension / numeracy assessment and a selection criteria questionnaire.

Only those applicants who attend the information session will be able to progress to the next stage.
 
Pre-employment Assessments:
 
Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical assessment which will include drug and alcohol testing.
 
To Apply:
 
Applications should include a current resume and be submitted directly from this website by Friday 23rd October, 2026.
 
Enquiries:
 
Enquiries may be directed to Employment Matters by calling Bob on [0429 000 139](tel:0429 000 139) or Edson on [0416 725 389](tel:0416 725 389). 
 
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