Job Description
Earn while you learn! This entry level traineeship opportunity will see you gain the technical and design skills that are in high demand in the Civil Engineering industry!
A traineeship combines full-time employment with paid training and on the job experience. As the Design Drafting Trainee, you’ll gain competencies in organising and communicating information, interacting with computing technology and CAD software, and participating in environmentally sustainable work practices.
What we will offer you
Traineeship for three (3) years with potential for ongoing employment
Obtain a nationally accredited Certificate IV in Engineering - Drafting
Above award rates! Commencing salary of $1,667.66 gross per fortnight plus superannuation (at 18 years of age or older), varying rates subject to age and experience as per Award provisions
Access to Council’s Flexible Working Arrangements
Further opportunities to grow your skill set through additional courses, training and support
Types of tasks / activities completed in the role
Assist to investigate, design and draft plans and technical drawings for local government works (roads, roundabouts, drainage, sewer, etc).
Assist to produce concept plans for commercial developments, sporting complexes etc. for internal and external government and private organisations.
Learn to produce high quality plans for urban and rural areas using AutoCAD software.
Assist to manage and maintain Council’s wide format printer/scanner.
Supply details of Council’s infrastructure assets to internal and external customers.
Issue quotes to external customers and maintain records for invoicing.
Attributes we are looking for in our applicants
Keenness and enthusiasm
Great communicator with a positive and friendly attitude
Attention to detail
Computer skills
Sound mathematical and technical skills
Traineeship information
This traineeship will provide you with the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge in both design drafting and local government operations whilst being supported to learn and grow in a friendly and flexible working environment. Across 24 months you will work fulltime (38-hour week) alongside experienced supervisors and colleagues, gaining hands-on industry experience and receiving 3 hours paid study time per week towards achieving a nationally recognised Certificate IV qualification.
As the successful applicant, you will need:
experience using Microsoft Office applications
a current Class P1, P2 or C Driver’s Licence (or in the process of obtaining)
General Construction Induction Training Card (or willingness to obtain)
full rights to work and study in Australia
commitment to undertaking the formal training requirements of this role
a desire to treat others with respect and work safely to meet Work Health and Safety requirements
What’s great about a career at Council
Creating thriving, sustainable communities across Australia requires a workforce with a diverse range of skills and abilities. It requires people from different backgrounds, ages and stages in their career, people who bring fresh ideas, and people who are passionate about making a real difference. If you add to that the scale and variety of the work we do along with the many different career paths within Local Government, you’ll agree there’s no better place to start or grow your career!
What is next?
Applications close Sunday, 23 February 2026 at 11.5+pm AEDST with interviews to be held in the week commencing Monday, 3 March 2026.
If you are interested in this role and would like more information, please contact Geordi Paxton on 02 6+26 +422.
For more information and to apply, please visit https://wagga.pulsesoftware.com/Pulse/jobs
As part of the recruitment process, pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with the requirements of the position.
Council is an inclusive employer. We strive to reflect the community in which we work, as a result we welcome and encourage applications from skilled people from all walks of life. This includes women, men, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with a disability, veterans, sexually and gender diverse people, people with lived experience and people of all ages.
A traineeship combines full-time employment with paid training and on the job experience. As the Design Drafting Trainee, you’ll gain competencies in organising and communicating information, interacting with computing technology and CAD software, and participating in environmentally sustainable work practices.
What we will offer you
Traineeship for three (3) years with potential for ongoing employment
Obtain a nationally accredited Certificate IV in Engineering - Drafting
Above award rates! Commencing salary of $1,667.66 gross per fortnight plus superannuation (at 18 years of age or older), varying rates subject to age and experience as per Award provisions
Access to Council’s Flexible Working Arrangements
Further opportunities to grow your skill set through additional courses, training and support
Types of tasks / activities completed in the role
Assist to investigate, design and draft plans and technical drawings for local government works (roads, roundabouts, drainage, sewer, etc).
Assist to produce concept plans for commercial developments, sporting complexes etc. for internal and external government and private organisations.
Learn to produce high quality plans for urban and rural areas using AutoCAD software.
Assist to manage and maintain Council’s wide format printer/scanner.
Supply details of Council’s infrastructure assets to internal and external customers.
Issue quotes to external customers and maintain records for invoicing.
Attributes we are looking for in our applicants
Keenness and enthusiasm
Great communicator with a positive and friendly attitude
Attention to detail
Computer skills
Sound mathematical and technical skills
Traineeship information
This traineeship will provide you with the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge in both design drafting and local government operations whilst being supported to learn and grow in a friendly and flexible working environment. Across 24 months you will work fulltime (38-hour week) alongside experienced supervisors and colleagues, gaining hands-on industry experience and receiving 3 hours paid study time per week towards achieving a nationally recognised Certificate IV qualification.
As the successful applicant, you will need:
experience using Microsoft Office applications
a current Class P1, P2 or C Driver’s Licence (or in the process of obtaining)
General Construction Induction Training Card (or willingness to obtain)
full rights to work and study in Australia
commitment to undertaking the formal training requirements of this role
a desire to treat others with respect and work safely to meet Work Health and Safety requirements
What’s great about a career at Council
Creating thriving, sustainable communities across Australia requires a workforce with a diverse range of skills and abilities. It requires people from different backgrounds, ages and stages in their career, people who bring fresh ideas, and people who are passionate about making a real difference. If you add to that the scale and variety of the work we do along with the many different career paths within Local Government, you’ll agree there’s no better place to start or grow your career!
What is next?
Applications close Sunday, 23 February 2026 at 11.5+pm AEDST with interviews to be held in the week commencing Monday, 3 March 2026.
If you are interested in this role and would like more information, please contact Geordi Paxton on 02 6+26 +422.
For more information and to apply, please visit https://wagga.pulsesoftware.com/Pulse/jobs
As part of the recruitment process, pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with the requirements of the position.
Council is an inclusive employer. We strive to reflect the community in which we work, as a result we welcome and encourage applications from skilled people from all walks of life. This includes women, men, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with a disability, veterans, sexually and gender diverse people, people with lived experience and people of all ages.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Design Drafting Trainee position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in East Wagga Wagga offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
