AI & Digital Cadet

Georges River Council; Sydney; Híbrido; AUD 57.000 - 65.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Salary + superannuation

Flexible working

Health and wellbeing leave

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Rewards program

Descripción de la vacante

Georges River Council is seeking an AI & Digital Cadet to help shape how technology supports the future of the Council. You’ll gain hands-on experience supporting AI initiatives, improving processes, and delivering training to build confidence in emerging technologies.

You’ll work with experienced professionals on projects that drive innovation and better outcomes for our community, with flexible hours to support study commitments.

Formación

• This role is for a student studying IT, CS, BIS, data analytics or related discipline.
• Demonstrated interest in AI, automation and emerging tech.
• Strong communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilidades

• Support AI, automation and digital transformation initiatives across Council.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and service delivery.
• Develop learning resources and deliver training to build digital capability.
• Engage stakeholders to adopt new technologies and manage change.
• Research emerging tech trends for continuous improvement.

Conocimientos

AI interest

Digital tools

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Learning agility

Educación

Information Technology

Computer Science

Business Information Systems

Data Analytics

Digital Innovation

Herramientas

Microsoft 365

Microsoft Copilot

Power Platform

Power Automate

Descripción del empleo

As our AI & Digital Cadet, you'll help shape how technology supports the future of Council. Working within the Digital Technology Services team, you'll collaborate with people across the organisation to explore how AI, automation and digital tools can improve the way we work and deliver services to our community.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is curious, motivated and ready to learn. You'll gain hands‑on experience supporting AI initiatives, improving business processes, developing learning resources, and delivering training and engagement activities that build confidence in emerging technologies.

You'll work alongside experienced professionals on projects that drive innovation, increase productivity and create better outcomes for our people and community. Every day will bring new opportunities to learn, contribute and make an impact.

Key Accountabilities:

• Support the delivery of AI, automation and digital transformation initiatives across Council.
• Work with business areas to identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency and enhance service delivery.
• Develop and deliver resources, training and engagement activities that build digital capability across the organisation.
• Support stakeholder engagement, communications and change activities that encourage the successful adoption of new technologies.
• Research emerging technologies and industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.
• Promote the safe, responsible and ethical use of AI and digital technologies in line with Council policies and governance requirements.

What We Are Looking For

We're looking for a curious and motivated student who is passionate about technology and excited by the potential of AI to transform the way organisations work. Someone who shows a willingness to challenge current processes and explore new ideas and approaches.

You will be currently studying Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Information Systems, Data Analytics, Digital Innovation, or a related discipline, and bring a genuine interest in emerging technologies, automation and continuous improvement.

You'll also have:

• A strong interest in Artificial Intelligence, digital technologies and innovation.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of people.
• A collaborative, customer-focused approach and a passion for helping others embrace new technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify opportunities for improvement.
• The ability to learn quickly and adapt to new systems, tools and ways of working.
• Well-developed organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Initiative, curiosity and a willingness to challenge conventional thinking and explore new ideas.
• An interest in responsible AI, information security, privacy and data governance principles.
• Exposure to Microsoft 365, Microsoft Copilot, Power Platform, Power Automate or similar digital tools would be beneficial.

What We Offer

• Salary from $56,710.35 to $64,964.80 (full time equivalent) gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation
• This is a temporary part-time position for a maximum period of two years, or until the completion of the employee's studies, whichever occurs first (21 hours per week)
• We offer flexible working arrangements, with days and hours to be agreed upon with the successful candidates to support both work and study commitments
• Health and Wellbeing Leave
• Access to Fitness Passport for you and your family
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Rewards Program

Offers of employment at Georges River Council are contingent upon satisfactory results of a thorough background check.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights (with no Visa restrictions) to apply for this position.

Georges River Council is a progressive, people-focused organisation with 600 dedicated staff delivering exceptional services to our diverse and vibrant community. Our vision is to be ‘naturally connected to place, community, and Country’. We are committed to creating accessible green, and liveable spaces, nurturing creativity, protecting the natural environment, and building a thriving local economy.

We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community.

We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation.