Undergraduate Engineer

About the opportunity

Council is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated student currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Engineering, preferably in Civil or Environmental disciplines. This temporary two-year contract is a part-time role (14 hours per week), ideal for someone looking to gain practical experience while continuing their studies. The successful applicant will be supported in balancing work and study, with assistance available towards university tuition fees.

As an Undergraduate Engineer, you will play an active role in supporting experienced senior engineers across the full engineering lifecycle. You’ll contribute to the delivery of key projects and have the chance to work across multiple business units, applying your academic knowledge in a real-world context. This role provides a valuable opportunity to build professional skills, expand your engineering experience, and launch your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

 About you

To be successful in this position, you must:

• Be enrolled in and currently studying a Bachelor degree qualification in Civil Engineering or other relevant equivalent degree qualification, with eligibility for acceptance to Engineers Australia upon completion;
• Be currently studying and have successfully completed a minimum two (2) years, or equivalent, in the above mentioned degree and satisfactory academic achievement in your current undergraduate studies;
• Be able to demonstrate well-developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills;
• Be able to demonstrate the ability to multi-task and prioritise work within an environment of competing demands;
• Have Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word and Excel); and
• Hold a current Class C unrestricted drivers licence.

To find out more about your next career opportunity: Position Description

Remuneration

Salary as per the Local Government (State) Award plus 12% superannuation

Benefits

Working at Cessnock City Council you will have access to a wide range of benefits including:

• 12 - 24 month opportunity relative to corresponding year of tertiary study
• Part-time, 14 hours per week, over 2 days (flexibility will be provided around University commitments)
• Tuition assistance program
• Supportive and engaging learning environment
• Generous corporate fitness program for you and your immediate family members
• Free parking onsite and picturesque Hunter Valley location! 

What's next? 

If you are looking for an opportunity to grow professionally and apply your knowledge in a supportive work environment, we encourage you to apply by completing the application form below and uploading a copy of your resume. Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria questions, for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit our How to apply page. 

Pre-Employment Screening:

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks, such as references, employment history checks, working with children checks or a criminal record check.

About Us:

At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We're committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce. 

We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.

There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruitment@cessnock.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

Applications Close: Thursday 4 September 2025 at 11:30pm

Who to Contact: Duncan Leyshon, Design Coordinator on 0423 860 083

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position. 

Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice.