Trainee & Apprentice Positions – Apply Now for 2027

• Start your career with Council
• Earn while you learn
• Gain hands-on experience
• Receive free training and achieve a nationally recognised certificate qualification

The roles

Mareeba Shire Council is recruiting now for the following trainee and apprentice roles:

• Apprentice Diesel Fitter (4-year apprenticeship)
• Trainee Business Administration (Finance) (12-month traineeship)
• Trainee Parks & Gardens (12-month traineeship)
• Trainee Land Protection (12-month traineeship)
• Trainee Business Administration (Works) (12-month traineeship)
• Trainee Treatment Plant Operator (12-month traineeship)
• Trainee Local Laws (12-month traineeship)
• Trainee Transport Infrastructure / Drainage (3-year traineeship)

What we are looking for

• School leavers are strongly encouraged to apply
• You will need to have a current driver’s licence or be working towards obtaining one
• You must be a good communicator and a reliable team player with a positive attitude
• You must be willing to learn and able to complete both practical and course work
• You will need to be eligible to enrol in a certificate-level qualification

You will be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or have unrestricted work rights in Australia. You must be able to provide evidence that you can legally work in Australia upon request. Mareeba Shire Council does not offer employer visa sponsorship. 

What we can offer you

• Nationally recognised ‘in demand’ Certificate qualification
• 12% employer superannuation contributions
• 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• On-the-job mentoring and formal training
• A valuable start towards your long-term career success

For further information

Click on the links above to view the Position Description for each role, or email careers@msc.qld.gov.au.  

How to apply

Click the Apply Now button to begin your application. 

Applications must contain your current resume and a short cover letter (Word or PDF files only) telling us a bit about you and why you are interested in an apprenticeship or traineeship with Mareeba Shire Council. Please note, your resume and cover letter may be considered examples of your written communication skills.

We review applications as they are received to ensure we secure the best talent for our organisation. In some cases, interviews may be scheduled and roles filled before the advertised closing date. We therefore strongly encourage applicants to submit their applications as early as possible after a position is advertised.

Please note, Mareeba Shire Council does not offer visa sponsorship and you must be either an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or have unrestricted work rights in Australia to be considered for this position. You will be required to provide evidence that you can legally work in Australia upon request. 

Applications close Wednesday, 4 November 2026

Mareeba Shire Council is committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity and workplace diversity.  We encourage a diverse workforce reflective of our community to better meet the needs of our customers.