Engineer Cadet

Bega Valley Shire Council; Bega; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rostered days off

Flexible work arrangements

Salary packaging

Paid study leave

Council-funded course fees and study‑‑

Annual Award increases

Wellbeing Initiatives

Job summary

Bega Valley Shire Council is offering an Engineer Cadet position within its Emerging Talent Program. You will undertake an undergraduate Engineering (Honours) degree while gaining hands-on experience across Works and Projects, Water and Sewer Services, Asset Management, Design and Technical Services.

The role supports structured learning, mentoring, and a broad exposure to local government infrastructure, with paid study leave and course fee funding. Travel and residential blocks may be required.

Qualifications

• Interest in engineering, infrastructure, science or related technical disciplines.
• Strong written and verbal communication with stakeholders.
• Experience using Microsoft Office suite.
• Analytical thinking and problem solving.
• Desire to learn and apply academic knowledge in practice.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering engineering services across project management, asset management, design and technical services.
• Assist with planning, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of engineering projects and programs.
• Develop practical skills in data analysis, investigations, reporting, surveying, site inspections and documentation.
• Contribute to compliant delivery of services with statutory requirements and council procedures.
• Apply university learning in a practical environment to build engineering skills.

Skills

Interest in engineering

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Willingness to learn

Team collaboration

Education

Higher School Certificate or equivalent

Job description

A career with Bega Valley Shire Council offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful and diverse work that supports the vibrant communities of the south-east corner of NSW. Nestled between rolling hills and some of the state’s most stunning beaches, this region is home to a variety of people who enjoy both rural and coastal living.

As an AR Bluett Award winning Council, we are proud of our dedicated and talented team, whose efforts make our success possible.

With a workforce of over 350, we provide essential services to our communities, including libraries, customer service, finance, children’s services, engineering, project management, road maintenance, water management, environment, parks, gardens, and town centres.

We offer a range of employment benefits to support our staff, which may include:

• Rostered days off
• Salary packaging
• Paid study leave (one paid study day per week during each university semester or trimester)
• Council-funded course fees and approved study-related expenses

A career with Bega Valley Shire Council offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful and diverse work that supports the vibrant communities of the south-east corner of NSW. Nestled between rolling hills and some of the state’s most stunning beaches, this region is home to a variety of people who enjoy both rural and coastal living.

As an AR Bluett Award winning Council, we are proud of our dedicated and talented team, whose efforts make our success possible.

With a workforce of over 350, we provide essential services to our communities, including libraries, customer service, finance, children’s services, engineering, project management, road maintenance, water management, environment, parks, gardens, and town centres.

We offer a range of employment benefits to support our staff, which may include:

• Rostered days off
• Flexible work arrangements
• Salary packaging
• Paid study leave (one paid study day per week during each university semester or trimester)
• Council-funded course fees and approved study-related expenses

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join Councils Emerging Talent Program and undertake an undergraduate qualification in Engineering (honours) or a related discipline while gaining practical experience and mentorship across Council's Infrastructure Directorate.

As an Engineer Cadet, you will combine academic studies with hands‑on workplace experience across a range of areas including Works and Projects, Water and Sewer Services, Asset Management, Design and Technical Services. You will gain exposure to infrastructure planning, project delivery, asset management, engineering design and technical services while developing practical skills within a local government environment.

The role may also involve travel and participation in residential study blocks associated with your academic program.

As a participant in Council'sEmerging Talent Program, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills through structured learning, on-the-job experience, mentoring and exposure to a broad range of professional disciplines, building a strong foundation for a successful career in local government and beyond.

Council will support your studies by providing one paid study day per week during each university semester or trimester, together with funding for approved course fees and study‑related expenses.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist in the delivery of engineering services across a range of functions, including project management, asset management, engineering design, inspections and technical services.
• Assist with the planning, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of engineering projects and programs that support Council's infrastructure network.
• Develop practical skills in data analysis, technical investigations, reporting, surveying, site inspections and project documentation.
• Contribute to the delivery of engineering services that comply with statutory requirements, relevant standards and Council policies and procedures.
• Apply your university learning in a practical environment while developing the technical, analytical and professional skills required for a successful career in engineering.

This role offers valuable exposure to a broad range of infrastructure services while developing practical skills and experience to support a future career in engineering.

About You

We are seeking an individual who holds a Higher School Certificate (or equivalent) and is eligible to enrol in an Engineering (Honours) degree.

You will have the following skills and experience;

• Demonstrated interest in engineering, infrastructure, science or related technical disciplines.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience using the Microsoft Office suite.
• Analytical thinking and the ability to solve problems logically and systematically.
• Willingness to learn and apply knowledge gained through academic studies in a practical workplace environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team while managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines.

Benefits

This is a fixed term full-time position working 35 hours per week for a period of six (6) years.

The total remuneration package for this position commences at $57,401.34gross per annum, comprising of:

• $985.60 per week base salary
• $118.27 per week superannuation (calculated at 12%)

Additional benefits for this position include:

• Rostered day off scheme (nine day fortnight)
• Paid study leave, providing one paid study day per week during each university semester or trimester
• Council-funded course fees and approved study-related expenses
• Annual Award salary increases and performance reviews
• Salary packaging program (SmartSalary)
• Wellbeing Initiatives – Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program, Telus Health App, social club, health monitoring and annual flu vaccinations.

Applications close 11.59pm AEDT on 22 November 2026.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and address the advertised selection criteria demonstrating their suitability for the role.