Moreton Bay Regional Council Hiring for University Student Job at Petrie Full Time

As the third largest local government area in Australia and the fifth fastest growing region, the Moreton Bay Region boasts beautiful beaches and waterways, amazing manufacturing hubs and picturesque hinterland hamlets. Moreton Bay has a strong and connected community that enjoys all the traditional Jinibara, Kabi Kabi and Turrbal country has to offer within our region.

With a diverse workforce of more than 1900 team members dedicated to servicing the needs and enhancing the lifestyle of more than 469,000 residents, each team member has an intrinsic ability to impact our community. Whether you’re a manager or working on the frontline, your role will make a difference – bring your expertise and join our driven team today.

Term: Maximum Term Full Time – 12 Months

Award/Level: Qld Local Government Industry Award – Level 1

Location: Petrie

Package: $30.98 per hour, Up to 12% superannuation, Leave loading, 4 weeks annual leave

Please Note:

• Must be available to work 3-5 days per week (Monday to Friday) during university semesters 1 and 2 and full time outside of those semesters and during the university semester breaks.
• You will indicate throughout the application process if your preference is to work 3, 4 or 5 days/week during semester.
• Must be currently enrolled in university to apply
• Previous applicants for University Student vacancy pools are encouraged to apply if still interested to be considered. This new vacancy pool is being created to ensure a current snapshot of interested applicants is being reviewed as new opportunities arise.

Would you like a job working alongside experienced engineering professionals within Australia’s third largest council?

Are you interested in receiving training from an industry leader in a fast paced environment, whilst gaining experience in a practical position within your own community?

Sound like you? You could find yourself working in an organisation in which your initiative and willingness to have a go will see you gain valuable skills which will complement the theory you’re learning at university. Ultimately setting you apart from the field!

We require friendly, reliable and motivated people to work within our business which provides a range of services to more than 1900 staff and over 425,000 residents.

We are looking for an energetic, positive addition to the team and the role may consist of part time or full time work, dependent upon your study needs.

Roads Technical Services in the Asset Maintenance Department have a current opportunity! More about the department listed below:

The Asset Maintenance department is responsible for the maintenance and renewal of Council’s assets throughout the region. Within the Asset Maintenance department sits a Technical Services team that is responsible for the procurement and project management of council programs for the renewal and construction of infrastructure related to the Roads and Drains Assets. The Asset Maintenance department is one of the largest departments within Council, maintaining essential community infrastructure across the Moreton Bay region. Roads Technical Services section provides an opportunity to learn Council Processes, procurement and Asset Management functions. The successful applicant will be assisting with programming, procurement, tendering & data entry & extraction associated with road pavements related assets, as well as other tasks as required while getting to site for asset condition evaluation and assisting with the delivery of projects for MBRC.

Your studies will ideally align with a career in this progressive and innovative industry, you will ideally be studying a civil engineering related degree.

See yourself building a career in this diverse area? !

Benefits of Working for Local Government

Council offers excellent working conditions, generous employer funded superannuation benefits (up to 12%) in addition to paid annual leave. Council also supports ongoing training and professional development to ensure our staff remain leaders in their field.

Work Location

Please note that whilst the current work location for this position is specified above, staff may be required to transfer to any of Council’s work locations with notice. Council currently has administration offices located at Caboolture, Strathpine and Redcliffe as well as depots, libraries and a range of other facilities located throughout the region.

How to Apply

Click on the ‘Apply’ button below to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role. Applicants will need to attach the following documents:

• A current resumé or curriculum vitæ
• A covering letter or expression of interest (maximum 2 pages) which details your suitability for the role.

Applications close 11:55pm Monday 9th August 2021.

Further Information

To obtain further details please contact council’s Careers team at [email protected]