Our Council
Narromine Shire Council covers an area of 5264 km2 and has a population of approximately 6444 in the rural townships of Narromine, Trangie & Tomingley and the surrounding rural areas. Narromine is located 40km from the regional city of Dubbo.
The identities and values of Narromine Shire have been shaped by the culture of the Wiradjuri People, early farmers and by our strong aviation and sporting history. Today, the Shire has a significant farming-based industry that contributes nationally.
About the position
Narromine Shire Council is currently seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual who has a strong desire to pursue a career in Civil Engineering. This Cadetship program will offer you the opportunity to gain hands on experience assisting Council’s Infrastructure and Engineering Service to build and maintain the Shire’s infrastructure and assets. Council offers a professional environment; modern technology and you will be mentored by Council’s experienced Engineers.
To be successful in this position you will need to have:
The details relating to this position are:
How to apply
Before you apply for this position, please read the position description carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position. You will be required to answer a few questions that relate to the criteria on the online application below. You will also be required to attach your current resume which should include two recent employment related referees. Please note that you cannot submit your application without attaching your resume. Council will only accept applications submitted online. Please include in your resume, evidence of qualifications that you possess.
Please refer to the attached position description for the entire scope of essential and desirable criteria which all applicants must meet.
Pre-employment screening
Should you be shortlisted for interview, and are then selected to progress to the next stage following interview, you may be required to undergo the following pre-employment screening process as part of the selection process:
Privacy Statement
As part of the recruitment process, Narromine Shire Council will be collecting information about you. This information is private information for the purposes of the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act. This information will be included in the recruitment file and only accessed by members of the Recruitment Selection Panel.
Contact and notes
Enquiries: Manager Engineering Services on (02) 6889 9999.
Closing date: 5:00pm Tuesday 28th November 2023.
PLEASE NOTE THAT ONCE YOU START TO COMPLETE YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION, YOU CANNOT SAVE IT AND RETURN TO IT LATER. WE WOULD RECOMMEND THAT YOU CREATE YOUR ANSWERS IN A SEPARATE DOCUMENT (EG WORD) AND THEN COPY YOUR ANSWERS INTO THIS PAGE WHEN YOU ARE READY. PLEASE TAKE THE TIME AND BE PREPARED WITH YOUR RESUME READY TO UPLOAD WHEN YOU COMMENCE THE PROCESS.
Good luck and we look forward to receiving your application