Trainee Engineer – Flexible Hours, Study Leave & Growth

Penrith City Council

Penrith City Council

On-site

AUD 60,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working Arrangements
Study Leave
Financial Education Assistance
Generous Salary

Job summary

Penrith City Council is seeking a Trainee Engineer to gain hands-on experience while completing your engineering degree. The role offers a structured rotation through Design, Traffic, Development Engineering and Strategic Assets, exposing you to diverse civil engineering paths within local government.

Employment is temporary and ends upon completion of your engineering qualification. A self-motivated, team-oriented candidate is encouraged, with flexible working arrangements and support for study

Qualifications

  • Enrolled in an engineering degree program.
  • Demonstrates eagerness to learn and adaptability.
  • Works well in a team and across diverse departments.

Responsibilities

  • Engages in a structured rotation across Design, Traffic, Development Engineering and Strategic Assets.
  • Gains hands-on experience while completing your engineering qualification.
  • Notes that this trainee position is temporary and concludes after qualification is achieved.

Job description

Penrith City Council is seeking a Trainee Engineer to gain hands-on experience while completing your engineering degree. The role offers a structured rotation through Design, Traffic, Development Engineering and Strategic Assets, exposing you to diverse civil engineering paths within local government.

Employment is temporary and ends upon completion of your engineering qualification. A self-motivated, team-oriented candidate is encouraged, with flexible working arrangements and support for study

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