Cadet Support Officer – School Infrastructure (IDENTIFIED)
• Start July 2026 – Two-year temporary full-time opportunities (multiple positions available)
• Office locations: Eveleigh, Blacktown, Macquarie Park, Liverpool, Wollongong, Dubbo, Forster and Gateshead
• Salary: $75,728 to $77,795 p.a. pro rata plus super and annual leave loading
About Us
At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.
The Cadet role is based in School Infrastructure, which delivers new school buildings, major upgrades and maintenance strategies to ensure every school-aged child has access to high quality education facilities at their local public school. This encompasses the largest investment in public education infrastructure in the history of NSW.
About the role
As a Cadet Support Officer with School Infrastructure, you will gain hands-on experience supporting the delivery of infrastructure projects that help shape and improve public education across NSW.
You will be supported through a structured program that includes on-the-job learning, mentoring and professional development, with exposure to experienced infrastructure professionals and project teams.
This role supports the First Nations Engagement in School Infrastructure (FNESI) program, which focuses on creating meaningful employment opportunities for First Nations people and businesses within Facilities Maintenance Contract, particularly through local and regional contractors located on the traditional area/s of their tribal group (also known as ‘on Country’).
What we offer
• A unique entry-level opportunity within a high-demand infrastructure environment
• Comprehensive work-based learning, mentoring and development
• Exposure to experienced infrastructure professionals and project teams
• Hybrid working arrangements may be available in line with operational requirements.
About you
You are motivated, curious and ready to build your career in the infrastructure sector. You bring a positive attitude and a willingness to learn, with strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• You are enrolled in a bachelor degree in business, project management, communications, marketing, community engagement, or a related field.
• You are committed to working collaboratively, both across government and with our community partners.
• You have proven experience of delivering results in a fast-paced environment, particularly through your excellent interpersonal skills.
• You can a quickly analyse information, provide advice and have excellent attention to detail.
• Intermediate computer literacy, including the ability to use Microsoft Office software applications.
• Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.
Essential requirements of the role
• This position is designated for the employment of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. This initiative is authorised by the Department's Equal Employment Opportunity Management Plan in accordance with Part 9A of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants must provide documentation upon appointment. More information can be found in the policy library under Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Descent.
• Must be under 25 years at the time of application.
• Must be currently enrolled in a full-time undergraduate university degree or Diploma level qualification in a related business area.
• Current and valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance for paid employment.
• Current and valid driver license (above learner level) and willingness and ability to travel to worksites.
• Demonstrated understanding of, and commitment to, the value of public education.
For further information on the role, please click here.
How to apply
When applying you need to attach a resume (no more than 2 pages) and a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role and answering the two target questions below.
Targeted questions
1. What was the most helpful feedback you have received? What made it helpful and how did you use it to improve your performance?
2. Describe a time when you had to collaborate with others to resolve an issue. How did you consider the perspective of others?
Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.
Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.
As a condition of employment, successful candidates not currently employed by the Department must provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance number. Renewal is not required after the WWCC expires, as long as you remain in a non–child-related role. Employer obligations only apply while the WWCC is valid.
Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.
Closing date: Monday 6 April 2026
For role enquiries please contact Victoria Wells and/or visit the NSW Department of Education, Infrastructure Pathways Program website.
Information Session:
On Friday, 20 March 2026 at 11:30am, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Recruitment and Advisory team will host an online Yarn Up (information session) about this role. The session will provide a detailed overview of the recruitment process, including applying for the position and interview to build confidence in your application.
To register your interest, please fill out the registration form. We will be in touch with further details and the meeting link. Alternatively, you may email the team at with subject line \"Yarn Up\" noting the job reference number.
We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team () or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.
A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.