Cadet Surveyor
Job No:
GRC915
Location:
Gympie, Queensland
Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in the west to the Cooloola Coast, gateway to spectacular Fraser Island. Enjoy the rural delights of the picturesque Mary Valley, the history of Gympie and the broad western area, home to country festivals and a strong agricultural base. For someone seeking a high quality of life, the region offers a unique opportunity. You could be part of a forward thinking local government organisation with a commitment to continuously improving the services it provides to its 50,000 residents, in one of the most diverse locations in Queensland.
The regional centre of Gympie is central to the Gympie region, two hours north of Brisbane and in close proximity to the Sunshine and Fraser coasts. Council offices are located in Gympie's town centre close to shopping, cafes and parking.
Cadet Surveyor
Remuneration: Annual salary commencing from $58,420 (depending upon study and experience levels) plus superannuation
Closing Date: Sunday 20 November 2022 at 11.00pm AEST.
No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered.
Role Overview
To assist in the survey, plan production and documentation of projects for Council and external customers.
About the Opportunity
This is a unique opportunity to undertake a university qualification while you work within the field, and be mentored by subject matter experts. Gympie Regional Council is seeking to offer the right candidate the opportunity to be supported during university study, and as such, this position is suitable for applicants ranging from recent high school graduate with no industry experience through to an incumbent university student (undergraduate) or recent graduate. Applicants with industry experience and the ability to enrol in a Spatial Science Degree should also apply.
As Cadet Surveyor, you would be responsible for such tasks as:
- Survey and preparation of plans for Council under the direction of council surveyor and Coordinator Civil Design, with set time lines.
- Assist in field survey work under the direction of council surveyor officers.
- Dealing with survey inquiries (within council and external customer).
For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- Eligible to enrol in and undertake an Associate Degree in Spatial Science.
- Demonstrated ability to develop technical skills (computations, survey and drafting) and oral communication skills (telephone and public relations).
- Develop knowledge of Australian Surveying standards, survey requirements and procedures.
Although not mandatory for this position, the following would be advantageous:
- Develop written communication skills with correspondence and report writing and skills in operating Council computer software, CAD and survey equipment.
- Working knowledge of Council Directorates and Division operations and computer systems.
About the Benefits
GRC offers all valued staff considerable opportunities for professional development and education assistance, in addition to extending quality of life benefits such as health, fitness & wellbeing programs and employee assistance to their families.
What we offer?
- Nine day fortnight
- Access to employee health and well-being programs
- Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
- Access to professional development and employee education assistance
- Long service leave after seven years
- Generous superannuation scheme 13 per cent
- Access to salary sacrificing
- Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.
Successful applicants may be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference and national police.
Who to Contact
For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Stuart McLeod, Coordinator Civil Design on 5481 0472 or email stuart.mcleod@gympie.qld.gov.au
For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Rowena Chapman, Senior Officer Human Resources on 5481 0687 or email rowena.chapman@gympie.qld.gov.au.
How to apply
Keen to apply? Simply follow the instructions below:
1) Download and review the position description above
2) Complete the information below, as requested
3) Click 'APPLY'
4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.
5) Click 'NEXT' and 'CONFIRM'
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. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.
Applications close on Sunday 20 November 2022 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.