Trainee Civil Construction (Certificate III) x 2
Job No:GRC1519
Gympie Regional Council is offering two full-time fixed-term Trainee Civil Construction positions (Certificate III) for 3 years. Salary is annual and may commence at a percentage of $67,353, depending on skills and experience, plus up to 13% superannuation. Includes a range of benefits and a fortnightly RDO.
Overview
The Trainee Civil Construction position supports the delivery of Council’s construction and maintenance programs by assisting experienced staff in a range of operational tasks. This entry-level role provides structured on-the-job training and development in activities such as site preparation, concreting, drainage works, road construction and the secure operation of tools and equipment. The position promotes skill development, workplace safety, and teamwork, forming a foundation for a career in the construction industry.
Responsibilities
- Fulfil Traineeship responsibilities, including undertaking and completing the Certificate III Civil Construction qualification, participating in both on and off the job training, as set out in the Certificate III Civil Construction training plan.
- Liaise with other staff, management and all other customers or service providers in a professional, timely and courteous manner.
- Work efficiently as a member of a high performing work team, ensuring the provision of quality customer service at all times and ensure that all work is carried out in a timely manner.
- Eliminate or report hazardous conditions and work practices that come to one’s attention and report promptly any incident that involves work related injury or illness, near miss or damage to property or the environment.
- Operate and maintain Council’s equipment as per the manufacture’s recommendations.
- Properly use, maintain and seek replacement when necessary for all personal protective equipment provided.
- Ensure that all daily documentation and reporting is completed on time (e.g. Timesheets, Log Books, Incident Reports etc) and report operational safety matters to the relevant officer.
- Provide support with general construction labouring tasks associated with, but not limited to: concreting, kerb and channelling, culverts, all aspects of civil construction.
- Hold a current Queensland C Class driver’s licence and maintain it; have a general construction induction (white/blue card) and completion of Year 12 Senior Certificate.
Qualifications
- Queensland C Class driver’s licence that is current
- General construction induction (white/blue card)
- Completion of Year 12 Senior Certificate
- All of the above (as applicable)
- In 2 pages or less, outline your suitability for this position having regard to the Essential Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications Criteria as outlined in the position description
Please Note: If you are the successful applicant and aged under 18 years of age, parental/guardian consent is required.
Position Description
For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here.
Who to Contact
For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Coordinator Construction & Major Projects, Rob Halling via email at or by email to search for more details. For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on or email
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
- Long service leave after seven years
- Generous superannuation scheme of up to 13 per cent
- Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
- Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families
Our Values
- Accountability
- Communication
- Customer Service Focused
- Integrity
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Our Process
Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, references, medical and national police checks.
Keen to apply?
Follow these steps: 1) Download and review the position description 2) Complete the online application 3) Attach your resume, covering letter and copies of qualifications 4) Submit your application.
Applications close on Sunday 19 October 2025 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.
Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People and people from diverse backgrounds.
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