Undergraduate/Graduate Engineer (Civil / Environmental) Toowoomba Region Kickstart your engineering career with council as part of our excellent Graduate Program Currently studying and near completion of a Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Civil/Environmental) from a recognised tertiary institutionThe Toowoomba Region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second-largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the Council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family-friendly cities in Australia.Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 166,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,800 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.Kickstart your engineering career with the council as part of our excellent graduate programAbout the positionThe Graduate Engineer works to assist with Toowoomba Regional Council projects and activities associated with the provision of Engineering Services in Local Government.The Salary Range for this position is $61,74231 - $86160 gross per annum plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.4% superannuation.As this position is part of the Council's Generator Program, it is a four (4) year contract and applicants must have graduated in either 2023 or are due to graduate in 2024.As part of the Councils Generator Program, you will receive enhanced training and development opportunities.How to be successful in this position - Success CriteriaYou will need:The mandatory qualification(s), training and/or experience, as outlined under the 'Position Success Criteria' in the Position Description (attached).Ability to apply engineering principles, standards and concepts as well as generate technical reports and designs as required.Well-developed analytical and research skills.Demonstrated time management skills, including the ability to lead a team, set work program priorities, monitor workflows and establish outcomes to achieve departmental / Council goals.Well-developed interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to interact with a diverse range of people.Excellent customer service skills with the ability to provide accurate timely advice in a helpful and supportive manner.Understanding of and commitment to the Council’s Organisational Value and Behaviour of Teamwork.How to applyTo apply, please submit two documents:A cover letter addressing the 'Position Success Criteria' in the Position Description in two pages or less; andYour current resume.PLEASE NOTE: Your application may not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined above.Visit our website for information on how to apply for jobs at Toowoomba Regional Council. Applicants are encouraged to apply online.For further informationPlease contact Donna Johnson within business hours at 0746 974 228.The closing date for applications are on Monday 26 June 2024. You should have or be completing the following to apply for this opportunity. Currently studying and near completion of a Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Civil/Environmental) from a recognised tertiary institutionDegree or Certificate Minimum Level of Study Bachelor or higher Study Field E Work rightsThe opportunity is available to applicants in any of the following categories.
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