City of Moreton Bay are proudly partnering with the Queensland Government in the Skilling Queenslanders for Work First Start Traineeship program.

This program aims to provide young people and disadvantaged job seekers with an opportunity to join our team for 12 months within a hands on traineeship position where you will develop new skills and experience whilst undertaking a nationally recognised qualification and contributing to our local community through paid employment.

To be eligible for this program, you will identify as one of the below job seekers:

• Young People (Aged 15–24 Years)
• Long-Term Unemployed Job Seekers
• Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander People
• Mature-Age Job Seekers (45 Years Or Older)
• Migrants And Refugees From Culturally And Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds
• People With A Disability
• Displaced Workers
• Women Re-Entering The Workforce
• Veterans And Ex-Service Personnel and their families

The details:

Multiple opportunities available Full Time - Mon to Fri with a RDO every 2nd week (9 day fortnight) 12 month term - starting in June 2025 21 years of age or over: starting at $47,371pa (including allowances) + 12% super Under 21 years of age: starting at $42,950pa (including allowances) + 12 super  Locations to be finalised but could include our following depots: Narangba, Burpengary, Petrie, Caboolture, Arana Hills.  When you click 'apply now' you will be asked to indicate your preferences.

Kick start your career with Australia's newest city, being part of a team proud to deliver for our growing local community! 

We are excited to be seeking expressions of interest from motivated people keen to undertake a traineeship and learn and contribute this this vision whilst completing studies in one of the following areas:

• Business Administration
• Civil Construction
• Parks and Gardens

Throughout the 12 month traineeship you will undertake the training requirements to complete the training certificate, whilst gaining hands on experience under the mentorship of experienced industry professionals... providing a great foundation to your new career!

A little more on what skills you would build on and tasks you may be undertaking...

Business Administration Traineeship

Our business operations functions are integral to ensuring many of our on the ground services run as efficiently and effectively as possible, whilst upholding high level of integrity and compliance. This is an opportunity to see the behind the scenes working of our operations teams, whilst gaining an understanding of how different business units come together to provide some of the diverse functions of a growing Local Government.

A business administration traineeship could see you:

• • Extending on your experience in using the Microsoft Suite and council systems 
  • Action and distribute customer requests
  • Undertake data entry to ensure records are maintained accurately
  • Stocktaking and reordering of stationary
  • Provide general administrative support to the operational teams

Parks and Gardens Traineeship

We have some of Queensland’s best natural scapes, gardens and parks and we have an opportunity for you to take it all in. Our Parks team are accountable for the maintenance of our parks, gardens, reserves and open greenspaces. A traineeship in this team would be a unique chance to contribute to the upkeep of these areas while experiencing the variety and satisfaction that comes with working outdoors in different settings.

You'll be part of a dynamic team, enjoying a diverse range of tasks and locations. Your duties will include activities such as:

• • mowing parks and nature strips
  • mulching and weeding
  • pruning and planting
  • brushcutting and hedging 
  • spraying and removal of debris and litter

  Your work will directly contribute to the upkeep of our parks, gardens and green spaces, making a tangible difference in our community's areas of enjoyment, boosting their safety and appearance. 

Civil Construction Traineeship

The City of Moreton Bay is home to vital infrastructure that keeps our community connected and thriving. Our internal construction crews play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing these assets. A traineeship in this team offers the chance to work with skilled professionals on a diverse range of civil construction projects. You'll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to preserving and improving our city's infrastructure, ensuring it meets the needs of our growing community.

As a trainee, you'll gain hands-on experience in essential civil construction activities, including:

• • road rehabilitation 
  • stormwater drainage installation
  • bulk earthworks
  • traffic and transport infrastructure upgrades

Your role will provide a unique opportunity to develop a comprehensive skill set in civil construction. You'll learn valuable techniques such as:

• • concrete formwork, placement and finishing 
  • road pavement compaction 
  • interpretation of complex construction drawings
  • use of advanced survey technology (GPS units and total stations) 

Working across various locations, you'll enjoy a diverse range of tasks and environments. Your contributions will directly impact the safety and functionality of our city's infrastructure, making a tangible difference in our community's daily life.

We are focused on delivering on our corporate values of Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Sustainability, and we are seeking people who resonate with these values.

About you

To be considered for one of these opportunities you must: 

• meet the eligibility criteria outlined above per the Queensland Government in the Skilling Queenslanders for Work First Start Traineeship program guidelines
• be available to commence before the end of June 2025
• have a genuine interest to work within and learn more about the selected program
• be able to work effectively as part of teams
• have a safety focused mindset

In addition. for the opportunities in our Parks and Gardens and Civil Construction you will:

• have the physical ability to safely carry out manual labouring tasks
• hold a current drivers license (minimum C class) 
• hold or be willing to obtain a Construction Induction Card prior to commencement

Why City of Moreton Bay?

What you do with your life matters. It’s the same with your career.

We’re the third-largest council in Australia and one of the fastest-growing areas. As Australia’s newest city, we’re building something that’s never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council.

This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time.

At City of Moreton Bay, we’re focused on the vital work we do today. But we’re also focused on the future. On what can be – for our city, our Council and your career.

Here’s what you’ll love about a career with us:

• See it. To build a city of the future, first, you have to see it. The polycentric city we’re building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability to our city. This is your chance to contribute to something that’s never been done before.
• Shape it. You’ll get hands-on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow. Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters – and it’s yours to shape and own.
• Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. And if you don’t live here, you’ll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better work-life balance with a nine-day fortnight.
• Advance your skills and career through our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program.
• Get support when you and your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling service and Mates in Construction program.
• Our Depots have free local parking on site making for an easy commute.

Ready for a career that matters?

Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future.

Click on the 'Apply Now' button below to complete your online application. Please upload a current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements for this role.  You will also have the option to add a cover letter should you wish.

As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo a medical and hearing assessment with an independent professional nominated by Council, and a National Criminal History Check (all at no cost to you).

To obtain further details please contact our Careers team at careers@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. 

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Your Future City.
See it. Shape it. Live It.

City of Moreton Bay extends across the traditional lands of the Jinibara, Kabi Kabi, and Turrbal peoples, and we acknowledge and pay respects to our Traditional Custodians. We believe diversity of thought, background and experience creates better outcomes for our people and communities, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.