Cairns Regional Council Graduate Programs & Internships

How to Apply:

• Your application must be submitted online and must consist of the following:
• Cover Letter addressing the three main elements as detailed in the full selection criteria.
• Copy of your Resume.
• Applications not addressing the full selection criteria will not be accepted.

Pre-Employment Assessment:

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to undertake some or all of the following pre‑employment assessments/checks:

• Pre‑employment medical, which will include a functional capacity assessment and drug and alcohol test.
• National police / criminal history check.
• Practical Assessment
• Numeracy and Literacy Assessment
• Computer Skills Assessment
• Qualification / Licence Verification
• Working with Children & Young People (Blue Card) Verification
• Right to Work in Australia Check
• Directorship Check

Employment Eligibility:

To be eligible to apply for a position at Cairns Regional Council, you must fulfil one of the following criteria:

• Permanent resident of Australia
• Australian Citizen
• New Zealand Citizen
• Entitlement to work visa

The benefits we can offer you:

• 9 Day Fortnight or 19-day month
• Up to 5 weeks annual leave
• 12% contribution to superannuation
• Annual leave loading
• Subsidised uniform allowance
• Subsidised health and well-being membership (gym/swimming pool)
• On-going opportunities for learning and professional development