Your new role

We have a fantastic opportunity available for a Cadet Engineer to join the Infrastructure Directorate during their final year of tertiary studies. As part of this Cadetship, you will gain a range of experiences across the Directorate, including project management (including survey & design), drainage design and administration, traffic and transport planning, asset management, construction and landscape services and project management. Mentoring and support will be provided by experienced engineers in order for you to gain and enhance your skills as well as engaging in the Council’s personal development programs. Knox City Council’s Infrastructure Directorate is responsible for the proactive development and management of Council’s assets as well as provision of key services including project management, traffic and transport planning, waste management, parks and construction services and stormwater management to ensure that they align with the delivery of the Knox community’s Vision 2025. The Directorate is committed to developing, maintaining and sustaining a vibrant, attractive and safe local environment. Upon successful completion of your Civil Engineering degree you will be offered a 2 year full-time graduate role.

Year 1 is a part-time temporary role based at our Operations Centre however we can offer a range of flexible work options for the right candidate. This is a Band 3 classified role, remuneration will be $66,045.65 - $70,515.27 (depending on experience) plus superannuation in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee.

Years 2 and 3 is a full-time temporary role based at our Operations Centre however we can offer a range of flexible work options for the right candidate. This is a Band 5 classified role, remuneration will be $78,036.84 - $90,793.94 (depending on experience) plus superannuation in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee.

What you will need to thrive

In order to be successful, during 2025 you must be in your final year of study towards a Civil Engineering Degree with the ability to commit to a minimum of the equivalent of 6 weeks work spread throughout the year (approximately 1 day per week). Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships is essential. You will be committed to your personal learning journey and keen to develop your skills as a professional engineer.

• Excellent opportunity for a Civil Engineer Undergraduate completing their final year of study in 2025.
• Secure a 24-month full-time position post-graduation.
• Flexible hours available to suit initial study program including the ability to increase hours during semester breaks.
• Flexible rotation schedule that enables exposure to various fields of civil engineering aligned to the candidates interests, including engineering design, project management, stormwater engineering, traffic and transport, urban planning and development, strategic asset management, waste management, open space design and project delivery.

How to apply

If you enjoy working collaboratively within a highly reputable team to deliver civil engineering and public realm community based projects, then this role is for you. We look forward to receiving your informative application.

Applicants are required to attach a copy of their most recent academic transcript together with a resume and cover letter.

For further information on this role please contact Nathan Hadfield at nathan.hadfield@knox.vic.gov.au or on 9298 8411.

To view a copy of the position description please visit our Knox City Council Careers Page.

Apply by: 27/09/2024 5:00pm

Please note: Candidates will be shortlisted as applications are received and this role may close earlier than the anticipated closing date.

Why Us

At Knox, making a difference to others and our community is at the heart of everything we do. We are inspired by empowering our community inside and out to thrive and prosper through living our values. We support hybrid and flexible working and embrace diverse and inclusive environments. We succeed by recruiting for excellence through investing in our people, encouraging their unique talents and supporting them to bring their whole selves to work.

We believe in our people and provide a supportive, driven and inclusive culture we are proud of, that focuses on wellbeing.

Beyond that, we also offer:

• accrued days off for full time employees;
• growth and learning opportunities;
• career development;
• reward and recognition programs; and,
• a supportive Employee Assistance Program.

As an employee (in accordance with Knox City Council's Covid-19 Vaccination Policy) you may be required to provide evidence that you are compliant with the vaccination requirements prior to commencement. It is highly recommended that all Council staff are vaccinated.

To view the inherent requirements for this position please see attachment below. 

 Office Based role(s) - Inherent Requirements Table .DOCX

Knox Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer ensuring a Child Safe environment that is committed to providing a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.

Knox City Council has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. All children and young people who access our services, programs, events and facilities have the right to feel safe and be safe. This includes spaces owned or managed by Council. We take the wellbeing and safety of children and young people in our care seriously. We maintain a child safe organisation by embedding the protection of children into everyday thinking and practice. All Knox City Council employees, contractors and volunteers are responsible for ensuring children and young people are valued, heard and protected from abuse.

Knox City Council acknowledges our offices are located on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation.