Forbes Shire Council Multiskilled Operator – Events Support, Luke Evans, completed a traineeship at Council, and said it was a great way for anyone to get their foot in the door and progress their career.
Forbes Shire Council is calling on anyone aged 16 years and over to apply for 12 exciting traineeships that are now open and commencing 2025.
These traineeships offer the perfect opportunity to kickstart a career in local government, to work in a professional team gaining valuable experience, getting paid while studying and securing a qualification.
Forbes Shire Council Multiskilled Operator – Events Support, Luke Evans, said “It doesn’t matter how old or young you are, everyone should look at applying for a traineeship. It’s a positive workplace that is really inclusive and enjoyable for everyone,” he said.
There are 12 roles covering all areas of Council including:
• Civil Construction (Certificate III, two years)
• Irrigation and Sporting Ovals (Certificate III, two years)
• Horticulture/Gardening (Certificate III, two years)
• Agriculture/Saleyards (Certificate III, two years)
• Business Support (Certificate III, two years)
• Community Projects (Certificate IV, two years)
• Surveying and Drone Operations (Certificate IV, two years)
• Sewer Plant Operations (Certificate III, two years)
• Cadet/Graduate Town Planner (Bachelor Degree, six years)
• Graduate Building Surveyor (Diploma, two to five years)Forbes Shire Council Mayor, Phyllis Miller, said Council prided itself on the diversity of employment opportunities it is able to provide.
“These traineeships are a perfect opportunity to make a valuable contribution to our community by working for Council and being a part of our day-to-day operations,” she said.
“It’s an exciting time for Council to have so many traineeship opportunities and they will all contribute to its growth and the services it is able to provide to the shire,” said Cr MillerTo RSVP to the information session go to https://forms.office.com/r/6bwiAZgtsy.
To find out more about traineeships and apply go to https://www.forbes.nsw.gov.au/council/about-council/working-with-council/2025-traineeships. Applications close 21st of October 2024.