Cadet Engineer — Civil Infrastructure & Projects

AusRegistry Group Pty Ltd.; Parkes Shire Council; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training paid by Council

Mentoring from experienced pros

38-hour week with rostered day off

Job summary

Parkes Shire Council is seeking a motivated Cadet Engineer to join our team while completing a Civil Engineering degree. This role supports Operations and Technical Services and assists with estimating, contract administration and project delivery for key infrastructure projects.

The CAT Program offers on-the-job training with costs paid by Council, spanning roads, civil assets, and regulatory compliance. Salary band starts at $860–$1,169 per week under Traineeship terms.

Qualifications

• Completion of the HSC and eligibility for entry into a university to undertake an engineering degree via distance education.
• Interest in local government infrastructure and project delivery.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Assist with estimating, contract administration and project delivery.
• Support delivery of infrastructure projects across roads and civil assets.
• Contribute to ensuring designs meet relevant standards and timelines.
• Assess traffic impacts and help develop practical solutions, including parking and transport planning.
• Respond to customer applications under the Roads Act and Heavy Vehicle legislation.
• Assist in reviewing NHVR permits and gazettal requests.

Skills

GIS

AutoCAD

Education

HSC completion and entry into eng degree program

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Parkes Shire Council is seeking a motivated Cadet Engineer to join our team while completing a Civil Engineering degree. This role supports Operations and Technical Services and assists with estimating, contract administration and project delivery for key infrastructure projects.

The CAT Program offers on-the-job training with costs paid by Council, spanning roads, civil assets, and regulatory compliance. Salary band starts at $860–$1,169 per week under Traineeship terms.