Graduate Natural Hazards Planning

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Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia City of Gold Coast Full time

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We know you are driven by growth and opportunity, eager to progress quickly and determined to make an impact. That's why we offer a full time 12-month immersive graduate program designed to unlock your potential and equip you with the knowledge, skills and hands-on experience to excel in your chosen career.

Working alongside industry leaders, you will contribute to a range of projects and initiatives that help shape and connect our City, providing real world opportunities to grow, develop and progress. Through our tailored development program, valuable industry connections and the support of our Graduate Academy community, you'll build the skills, networks and confidence to create the career you want

Be part of the next gen of GC Shapers

Starting February 2026, our program provides professional development training and on-the-job experience pathways, designed to smoothly transition you from academic study into the workplace. As a graduate at the City, you will benefit from:

  • opportunities to contribute to a range of projects and initiatives you won't find anywhere else.
  • guidance and coaching from future-focused industry leaders, mentors and peers.
  • flexibility to design your graduate experience and career direction.
  • networking opportunities, city tours, exclusive CEO talks and graduate team events.
  • work-based training and an extensive range of personal, professional and career development training designed to set you up for success.
  • assistance and support on your path to accreditation.
  • a healthy work-life balance including a 9-day fortnight, flexible working from home options and generous leave entitlements.

What's on offer

As a graduate within the Natural Hazard Planning team, you will be working alongside engineers and technical officers, to ensure our natural hazard mapping and City Plan requirements remain up-to-date, and risk is reduced at the interface between communities and the natural environment. This position will contribute to the development of natural hazard policy and its implementation in City Plan (including planning for bushfire, flood, coastal and landslide hazards), to enhance the resilience of the Gold Coast.In this role you will:

  • develop a technically proficient understanding of natural hazard policy in broader land use planning contexts.
  • Contribute to the preparation of high-quality reports and briefings on natural hazard policy and land use planning issues
  • support the wider team in representing Natural Hazards in various forums and projects as required.
  • support the delivery of a high level of customer service to clients and stakeholders
  • contribute to the development and maintenance of productive relationships with key stakeholders (internal and external)
  • support the Natural Hazard Planning team in delivering projects and programs to address statutory requirements, in particular for amendments to the planning scheme

What we are looking for

The City is committed to developing skilled graduates into future City leaders who:

  • are curious, motivated and driven to make a difference for the future of the Gold Coast.
  • embrace innovation with a forward-thinking and creative mindset.
  • seek continuous learning opportunities and are committed to ongoing professional growth.
  • are willing to embrace new challenges, learn new skills and adapt quickly.
  • can analyse information, think logically and solve problems creatively.
  • possess excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills and can convey ideas clearly, listen attentively and collaborate effectively.
  • contribute positively to the team dynamic, respect diverse perspectives and foster a productive work environment.

Who can apply?

To be considered for this opportunity you must hold a recognised bachelor's degree or post graduate qualification from a tertiary institution, completed within the last two years or be completing prior to the commencement of the program in February 2026. Applicants must have full working rights in Australia for the duration of the program and be able to work full-time.

The Graduate Natural Hazards Planning welcomes graduates who have studied Bachelor of Urban or Environmental Planning or related field of natural hazards planning, disaster planning/resilience, climate change adaptation or similar.

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Submit your academic transcript / qualification, CV and cover letter. In your cover letter please outline information about your career objectives, work experience, education, volunteering and any extracurricular activities, specialist skills or interests you may have.

Ready to shape your future? Learn more on our Careers Page: Graduate Academy | City of Gold Coast, and for more information see the Graduate Position Brief (Click here) or contact careerpathways@goldcoast.qld.gov.au

The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported.

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