Trainee Technical Officer

24 hours ago

Scone New South Wales, Australia Upper Hunter Shire Council Full time $127,136 - $196,736 per year

TRAINEE TECHNICAL OFFICERSCONE

Full-Time (35 hours per week) – Fixed-term contract (2 years)

The role:

Council is seeking an individual with a passion to peruse a career in Engineering. This role will (with the support and mentoring from our inclusive team of professionals) develop skills in works delivery processes, project management, contract and tender management and contractor management.

We will teach you everything you need to know to launch your career in the Engineering field. The trainee will undertake diploma level training in Engineering and provide assistance to all areas of Infrastructure Services as required.

What we need from you:

This is an outstanding opportunity for candidates to commence a dynamic and fulfilling career in Engineering with a well-established organisation which supports our local community. You will have the confidence and ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels and work as part of a team. Well-developed written literacy and numeracy skills as well as a positive and dedicated attitude, with the ability to think for yourself and display initiative is key to be successful in this role.

What's on Offer:

- $601.70 to $947.70 per 35 hour week + 12% super and the opportunity for salary progression

- 20 days paid annual leave every year, generous sick leave entitlements and access to flexi-time system

- Access to training and development opportunities

- Salary sacrifice options

- Generous uniform allowance

- Flexible work arrangements and reward program

About us:

Council is a progressive and caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliver quality services to support our community. We strive to make a difference and add value to the lives of our community. Everything we do is underpinned by the values of the organisation and staff, which are being honest, open and accountable, having mutual respect for all people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on our commitments, providing efficient, effective and reliable services to ensure staff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility.

Located in the picturesque Upper Hunter, our shire encompasses the townships of Merriwa, Murrurundi, Aberdeen and Scone. All great places to live and work, come and see for yourself

Closing Date: Thursday 23rd October 2025

Job Description:

To view the job description for this role, please click here

Enquiries and Further Information

Give Jay Jeyakanthan, Executive Manager Works Delivery, a call on or e-mail to discuss this opportunity.

How to Apply

All applications are to be submitted and the key selection criteria addressed online by the closing date by clicking "Apply for this job" or through Council's website –

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via or to discuss.

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