**Join Richmond Valley Council and start your career**:
We are committed to creating employment opportunities in our community and are proud of the people we have brought through the YES program. We have had over 100 school-based trainees, trainees, apprentices and scholars.
Local government has a variety of exciting industries to work in and provides an opportunity for you to kick-start your career.
**A bit about the role**:
The role of a Survey Trainee is interesting, varied and provides staff with hands on experience and a broad understanding across all aspects of survey and design in local government. A major part of this role involves learning about how to create a digital model of the real world.
**In a trainee, we look for**:
- Someone that enjoys engaging with a wide range of stakeholders
- A level of fitness to undertake manual activities
- Dedication and reliability
- A thirst for knowledge
- Good organisation skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work as part of a team
**What you can learn**:
- How to operate a variety of survey equipment - dumpty levels, total stations & GPS
- Preparing plans of your surveys using computer programs
- Assist with survey set out for construction projects
- Understanding of WHS and PPE requirements
- How to manage your time and priorities
**Role Description**:Click Here
A Survey Traineeship is full time employment for two and a half (2.5) years, and the proposed study will be a Certificate IV in Civil Construction Design.
**If you have any questions, please contact -**
**Matt Kinkead on 0488 219 516**
Applications will close - **11:30pm Sunday, 3 August 2025.