Summer Vacation Employment Opportunities
Job No:
GRC1718
Location:
Gympie, Queensland
Summer Vacation Employment Opportunities
Gain Experience. Earn Great Money. Make an Impact.
Looking for more than just a summer job?
Join Gympie Regional Council's Summer Vacation Employment Program and gain valuable real-world experience while contributing to projects that help shape the future of our region.
Whether you're a current university student or a recent graduate, this is your opportunity to apply your knowledge in a professional environment, develop practical skills, build your network and strengthen your resume while earning an attractive salary.
What's in it for you?
- Earn $42.65 per hour plus superannuation
- Part-time or full-time opportunities available
- Gain hands-on experience in your chosen field
- Build valuable industry connections
- Work on meaningful projects that support the local community
- Enhance your employability before graduation
About the Region
Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly growing region that stretches from picturesque rural valleys to the stunning Cooloola Coast. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Regional Councils, we offer the perfect blend of career opportunity and lifestyle.
Our region is known for its thriving communities, rich history, beautiful natural landscapes and iconic events such as the internationally renowned Gympie Music Muster. It is a place where innovation, sustainability and community come together, making it an exciting place to live, work and learn.
Summer Vacation Employment Program
Location: Gympie, Queensland
Program Duration: 7 December 2026 to the end of February 2027
Employment Options: Part-time and Full-time opportunities available
Remuneration: $42.65 per hour plus Superannuation
Closing Date: Thursday 19 November 2026 at 11.00pm AEST
Real Projects. Real Experience. Real Impact.
Our Summer Vacation Employment Program provides students and recent graduates with the opportunity to apply their studies in a professional workplace while gaining exposure to the diverse services delivered by local government.
You'll work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful projects and develop practical skills that will help launch your career.
Whether you're interested in planning, infrastructure, water services or workplace wellbeing, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience while making a genuine contribution to the local community.
Available Opportunities
Wellbeing and Safety
Location: Mary Street, Gympie
Suitable for: Business, Engineering, Arts/Humanities and Data Analytics students.
Work alongside our Wellbeing and Safety team applying critical thinking and analytical skills to real workplace challenges. You'll assist with risk management activities, workplace safety initiatives and a project that aligns your field of study with a current workplace health and safety priority.
You will gain experience in:
- Risk assessment and analysis
- WHS systems and processes
- Project management and delivery
- Technical and business writing
- Stakeholder engagement and problem solving
Building and Facilities
Location: 24 Mellor Street, Gympie
Suitable for: Facilities Management, Building, Information Technology or related disciplines.
Support the management and compliance of Council's building portfolio through projects including fire evacuation plans, asbestos registers and building compliance records.
You will gain experience in:
- Building compliance and facilities management
- Asset information management
- Workplace safety and regulatory compliance
- Site inspections and auditing activities
A current driver's licence is desirable as site visits may be required.
Water Industry
Location: Gympie Water Alliance Office and Project Sites
Suitable for: Engineering students (particularly Civil Engineering, although other disciplines will be considered).
Work alongside project and design professionals delivering major water infrastructure projects across the Gympie Region. Assist with engineering, design and project delivery activities on significant infrastructure projects.
You will gain experience in:
- Water infrastructure design and construction
- Site engineering practices
- Project development and delivery
- Major infrastructure project management
Why Join Us?
At Gympie Regional Council, you'll be more than just a summer employee.
You'll become part of a team dedicated to delivering positive outcomes for our community while gaining firsthand experience in one of Queensland's most diverse and progressive regional councils.
Throughout the program, you'll have opportunities to:
- Apply your university learning to real workplace projects.
- Develop practical and transferable professional skills.
- Build valuable networks and industry connections.
- Learn about career pathways within local government.
- Make a meaningful contribution to your local community.
- Enhance your employability and graduate opportunities.
Are You Eligible?
To apply, you must:
- Be enrolled in a relevant tertiary qualification at the University of the Sunshine Coast or another Queensland tertiary institution and have successfully completed at least 16 subjects; or
- Have completed a relevant tertiary qualification within the previous 12 months; and
- Be available to commence on 7 December 2026 and remain engaged through to the end of February 2027.
What We're Looking For
We're seeking enthusiastic and motivated individuals who:
- Are eager to learn and develop professionally.
- Can apply their knowledge to practical workplace situations.
- Demonstrate initiative and problem-solving skills.
- Work effectively both independently and within a team.
- Are passionate about making a positive difference in their community.
Our Values
At Gympie Regional Council, our people are united by a commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes for our community.
Applicants will be assessed on their alignment with Council's values and their ability to demonstrate how they have applied similar values through their studies, employment, sporting activities, volunteering or community involvement.
For a full explanation of our values, please click here.
Our Recruitment Process
Successful applicants may be required to undertake a range of pre-employment checks including:
- Qualification verification
- Reference checks
How to Apply
To apply for the Summer Vacation Employment Program, please:
- Submit your resume/CV.
- Submit a copy of your academic transcript.
- Provide a one-page cover letter outlining your suitability for the opportunity and explaining why you are interested in working with Gympie Regional Council.
- Complete all mandatory questions and follow the prompts within Council's online application system.
Need Assistance?
If you have any questions about the Summer Vacation Employment Program or require assistance lodging your application, please contact the Recruitment team at recruitment@gympie.qld.gov.au.
We're happy to assist with enquiries about eligibility, available opportunities, the recruitment process or technical issues with submitting your application.
Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process.
Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.
