Description:
Cadet Surveyor
Requisition Number: 574
Salary Range: $58,801.26 - $78,220.08 per annum (Junior rates may apply for applicants under 21 years of age)
Position Type: Full Time (Fixed Term for 6 Years)
Cadet Position – This position is intended for up to a 6-year fixed term to allow for 2 years of bonded service to Council post-graduation.
Location: 158A Martyn Street, Manunda
Application Close Date: Sunday, 30 March 2025 at 11.30pm AEST
Are you looking to kick-start your career in the field of surveying?
We have an incredible opportunity for a Cadet Surveyor to join our Design and Survey Services team at Cairns Regional Council.
Whether you are a recent Year 12 school graduate with an interest in surveying, or already studying this qualification, you will gain important on the job experience to grow in your role and become a proficient surveyor.
What You Will Do:
As a Cadet Surveyor, you will work alongside our experienced Principal Surveyor and Surveyors to develop your technical skills and gain in-depth knowledge of the surveying field. Whether you are assisting with field surveys, operating engineering software, or coordinating resources, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality surveying services for Council projects.
This is a truly unique opportunity to build technical expertise through a combination of external studies, fieldwork, and mentoring from experienced Surveyors.
What We Are Looking For:
- Candidate must meet eligibility requirements to enrol at the University of Southern Queensland to complete external studies and / or demonstrated progress towards an Associate Degree of Surveying (Surveying Major)
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written
- Demonstrated ability to balance work duties and academic responsibilities
- Demonstrated willingness to continually develop technical expertise and experience
If you are eager to develop your career in surveying and work on diverse, exciting projects, we would love to hear from you!
Some benefits we offer:
- Up to $5,000 study assistance per annum (inclusive of Fringe Benefits Tax) towards the cost of your Associate Degree of Surveying (Surveying Major)
- A once-off $10,000 Cadetship Study Allowance
- Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
- Flexibility around your study to attend lectures, tutorials and examinations during work hours
- Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
- Salary sacrifice opportunities
- Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
- Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
We are committed to:
- Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
- Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
- Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support
Now we want to hear about YOU!
Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.
For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.
Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:
Phone: (07) 4044 3***
Email: ****@cairns.qld.gov.au
Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council