POSITIONS VACANT

Council currently has a number of positions vacant, please keep scrolling for information on:

• Trainee Water & Sewer Attendant Cootamundra (Full Time)       

• Trainee Water & Sewer Attendant Gundagai (Full Time)

• Environmental Health Officer – (Full Time)                                         

• Apprentice Horticulturist – Gundagai

• Cadet Building Surveyor                                                                               

• Cadet Civil Engineer   

• Cadet Town Planner                                                                                         

• Youth & Inclusion Officer (Maternity Relief)          

• Plant Operator – Backhoe (Full Time)                                                     

• Parks & Gardens Attendant – Cootamundra (Full Time)

POSITIONS VACANT:

Environmental Health Officer –  (Full time)

Applications are invited from interested persons for the above full-time position of Environmental Health Officer to be based at our Cootamundra and Gundagai offices.

This position is responsible for the administration of all statutory obligations of the Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council pursuant to the Local Government Act, Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, Protection of the Environment Operations Act, Public Health Act, Food Act and Council’s policies and procedures.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Ensures the relevant statutes, Council objectives and policies are satisfied and enforced when performing inspections and evaluating other matters associated with environmental and public health regulation and compliance.
2. Ensures public compliance with the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, Food Act, Public Health Act, Impounding Act, Protection of the Environment Operations Act, Local Government Act.
3. Research, analyse and interpret relevant legislation, codes, policies, procedures and apply them in a practical context.
4. Ensure customer enquiries and complaint management are handled professionally, in a courteous and efficient manner at all times.
5. Undertake all environmental health functions appropriate to level of experience and qualifications.
6. Undertake food complaints investigation and premises inspections and other health-related regulatory activities as required by Council.
7. Maintain a current knowledge of industry developments, practice, and statutory responsibilities.

*Please refer to the Position Description for additional responsibilities.

Benefits:

• Salary range of $1,880.79 to $2,200.53 gross per week.
• 12% superannuation.
• Leaseback vehicle option available
• 9-day fortnight working arrangement.

Further information and a Position Description is available by contacting Human Resources on 1300 459 689 or Council’s website www.cgrc.nsw.gov.au

NOTE: Applicants must adequately address the essential criteria contained in the Position Description and include an up-to-date resume. Failure to do so may result in your application not being considered. 

Applications, addressed to the Interim General Manager should be submitted by 5.00 pm on Friday 22 August 2025 by post to Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council, PO Box 420, Cootamundra NSW 2590, delivered to Council’s offices at Cootamundra or Gundagai or by email to mail@cgrc.nsw.gov.au

Environmental Health Officer PD

APPRENTICE HORTICULTURIST – GUNDAGAI

Are you passionate about working outdoors and ready to start a rewarding career in horticulture? Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council is looking for a motivated and reliable person to join our growing team!

This is an entry level opportunity to gain a wealth of knowledge and hands-on experience whilst studying to gain qualifications. This is a term role, for a period of four years, whilst you work towards gaining a Certificate III Horticulture – Parks & Gardens. This full-time position will be based at our Gundagai Depot.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Provide support for works undertaken by the Parks and Gardens team and the Facilities and Services Section.
2. Attend off-the-job structured training as required by the Training Agreement for the Traineeship, and other short courses as identified.
3. Participate in a team environment by performing tasks within the Waste, Parks & Gardens and Recreation Services Section.
4. Deliver quality customer service to both external and internal customers.
5. Abide by legislation and policy regarding Work Health & Safety, Environmental, Equal Employment Opportunity, Privacy and the Local Government Act and regulations and authorising bodies.

Benefits:

• Salary will be dependent upon the successful applicants age or educational qualification, whichever is higher.
• 12% superannuation.
• 9 day fortnight working arrangement

Further information and a Position Description is available by contacting Human Resources on    1300 459 689 or Council’s website www.cgrc.nsw.gov.au.

NOTE: Applicants must adequately address the essential criteria contained in the Position Description and include an up to date resume. Failure to do so may result in your application not being considered. 

Applications, addressed to the Interim General Manager should be submitted by 5.00 pm on Friday 22 August 2025 by post to Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council, PO Box 420, Cootamundra NSW 2590, delivered to Council’s offices at Cootamundra or Gundagai or by email to mail@cgrc.nsw.gov.au

Apprentice Horticulturalist – PD

Essential & Desirable Criteria – Apprentice Horticulturalist

Cadet Building Surveyor

Launch your career in Building Certification with a hands-on Cadetship at Council! This exciting opportunity offers professional support and real-world experience in building certification and compliance, all while working alongside experienced professionals in a dynamic and supportive team. You’ll contribute to sustainable, safe, and compliant development and building outcomes that shape our local government area — all while building the practical skills and technical knowledge needed to become a confident industry professional.

Completion of four semesters of a Bachelor of Building Surveying and Certification is preferred but not essential, or if you have relevant industry experience or qualifications, we welcome you to apply and take the next step toward a rewarding career in the built environment.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Undertake and complete all required study and training with satisfactory results to obtain A3 Accreditation within the designated timeframe.
2. Develop and maintain a sound understanding of the Building Code of Australia (BCA), Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, Local Government Act, and other relevant legislation, codes, and standards relating to building and development.
3. Carry out assigned tasks and responsibilities to a high professional standard, ensuring accuracy, attention to detail, and completion within agreed timeframes.
4. Participate in on-the-job learning opportunities, site inspections, and assessments under supervision to build practical experience in building certification and development compliance.
5. Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement, teamwork, and customer service in the delivery of planning and building functions.

Benefits:

• Salary will be dependent upon the successful applicants age or educational qualification, whichever is higher.
• 12% superannuation.
• 9 day fortnight working arrangement.

Further information and a Position Description is available by contacting Human Resources on    1300 459 689 or Council’s website www.cgrc.nsw.gov.au.

NOTE: Applicants must adequately address the essential criteria contained in the Position Description and include an up to date resume. Failure to do so may result in your application not being considered. 

Applications, addressed to the Interim General Manager should be submitted by 5.00 pm on Friday 22 August 2025 by post to Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council, PO Box 420, Cootamundra NSW 2590, delivered to Council’s offices at Cootamundra or Gundagai or by email to mail@cgrc.nsw.gov.au

Cadet Building Surveyor PD

Essential & Desirable Criteria – Cadet Building Surveyor

Cadet Civil Engineer

Are you close to completing a Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) degree? Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council is offering an opportunity for someone pursuing a career in Local Government to develop specialist technical skills within a supportive team environment, while continuing their tertiary studies.

The cadetship is a structured training and development program for students who have satisfactorily completed at least four semesters of their Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) degree and are currently completing their third or fourth year of study. To be eligible for this role, students need to have completed at least 96 credit points in a Bachelor of Engineering (Civil).

Key responsibilities include:

1. Assist engineering design staff with the production of engineering designs as required.
2. Assist engineering/technical works staff with practical completion of construction, maintenance and other related duties.
3. Assist asset management staff with the preparation, implementation and review of asset management plans and actions as required.
4. Assist Council with the collection of engineering related field data.
5. Gain knowledge of current legislation, standards, policies and guidelines relevant to engineering/technical responsibilities and ensure that activities undertaken are compliant (including TfNSW, Australian Standards, Austroads guidelines, Aus-Spec specifications).
6. Communicate problems, issues, risks, incidents and hazards in a timely manner.
7. Perform allocated duties in a timely, cost effective and productive manner including the acquisition of ‘hands on, practical technical skills’ where appropriate.
8. Other duties that might reasonably arise that are consistent with the incumbent’s level of competency and the principles of multi-skilling.
9. Routine clerical and administrative tasks associated with work performed in the engineering services area.
10. Satisfactory progression in a university level civil engineering degree course, leading to a Bachelor Of Engineering degree qualification.

Benefits

• Salary will be dependent upon the successful applicants age or educational qualification, whichever is higher.
• 12% superannuation.
• 9 day fortnight working arrangement.

Further information and a Position Description is available by contacting Human Resources on    1300 459 689 or Council’s website www.cgrc.nsw.gov.au.

NOTE: Applicants must adequately address the essential criteria contained in the Position Description and include an up to date resume. Failure to do so may result in your application not being considered. 

Applications, addressed to the Interim General Manager should be submitted by 5.00 pm on Friday 22 August 2025 by post to Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council, PO Box 420, Cootamundra NSW 2590, delivered to Council’s offices at Cootamundra or Gundagai or by email to mail@cgrc.nsw.gov.au

Cadet Civil Engineer PD

Essential & Desirable Criteria – Cadet Civil Engineer

Cadet Town Planner

Kickstart your career in urban and regional planning with a hands-on cadetship in our Sustainable Development team! This exciting opportunity offers real-world experience in town planning, development assessment, land use planning, and compliance—helping you build practical skills and technical knowledge while contributing to sustainable, well-planned outcomes across our local government area. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals as part of a structured development program, all while completing your tertiary qualification in planning.

Completion of four semesters of a Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning is preferred but not essential.  However, applicants with related qualifications or relevant industry experience are also encouraged to apply. If you’re passionate about shaping communities and growing your planning career, this is your chance to make a real impact!

Key responsibilities include:

1. Undertake and complete all required study and training with satisfactory results within the designated timeframe.
2. Develop and maintain a foundational understanding of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, Local Government Act 1993, relevant State Environmental Planning Policies (SEPPs), and other planning instruments, codes, and policies applicable to land use planning and development assessment.
3. Undertake assigned planning tasks and responsibilities with professionalism, demonstrating accuracy, attention to detail, and a commitment to meeting agreed deadlines.
4. Actively participate in on-the-job learning opportunities, including site inspections, pre-lodgement meetings, and planning assessments under supervision, to build practical knowledge and experience in development assessment and land use planning.
5. Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and improvement, contribute positively to a team environment, and provide courteous and responsive customer service in the delivery of planning functions.

Benefits

• Salary will be dependent upon the successful applicants age or educational qualification, whichever is higher.
• 12% superannuation.
• 9 day fortnight working arrangement.

Further information and a Position Description is available by contacting Human Resources on    1300 459 689 or Council’s website www.cgrc.nsw.gov.au.

NOTE: Applicants must adequately address the essential criteria contained in the Position Description and include an up to date resume. Failure to do so may result in your application not being considered. 

Applications, addressed to the Interim General Manager should be submitted by 5.00 pm on Friday 22 August 2025 by post to Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council, PO Box 420, Cootamundra NSW 2590, delivered to Council’s offices at Cootamundra or Gundagai or by email to mail@cgrc.nsw.gov.au

Cadet Town Planner PD

Essential & Desirable Criteria – Cadet Town Planner

Trainee Water & Sewer Attendant Gundagai (Full time)

Are you interested in a career in water and sewerage operations but don’t have the required qualifications? Enjoy the outdoors and looking for a traineeship to kick start your career?

We are seeking a full-time Trainee Water & Sewer Attendant to join the team! This is an entry level opportunity to gain a wealth of knowledge and hands-on experience whilst studying to gain qualifications. This is a term role, for a period of two years, whilst you work towards gaining a Certificate III Water Industry Operations. At the end of the term of employment, on successful completion of your Certificate, you will become a qualified and competent Water and Sewer Operator.  

This role, based in Gundagai, assists with water & sewer work whilst undertaking the on-the-job training component of a traineeship and learning water and sewer skills in the Local Government environment.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Provide support for works undertaken by the Water & Sewer team.
2. Attend off-the-job structured training as required by the Training Agreement for the Traineeship, and other short courses as identified.
3. Participate in a team environment by performing tasks withing the Water and Sewer section.
4. Deliver quality customer service to both external and internal customers.
5. Carry out any other duties that are withing the limits of the employees’ skill, competence, and training.
6. Abide by legislation and policy regarding Work Health & Safety, Environmental, Equal Employment Opportunity, Privacy and the Local Government Act and regulations and authorizing bodies.

*Please refer to the Position Description for additional responsibilities.

Benefits

• Salary will be dependent upon the successful applicants age or educational qualification, whichever is higher.
• 12% superannuation.
• 9-day fortnight.

Further information and a Position Description is available by contacting Council on 1300 459 689 or Council’s website www.cgrc.nsw.gov.au.

NOTE: Applicants must adequately address the Essential and Desirable criteria contained in the Position Description. Failure to do so may result in your application not being considered.  Applicants must also include a Resume.

Applications, addressed to the Interim General Manager should be submitted by 5.00 pm on Friday,  22 August 2025, by post to Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council, PO Box 420, Cootamundra NSW 2590, delivered to Council’s offices at Cootamundra or Gundagai or by email to mail@cgrc.nsw.gov.au

Trainee Water & Sewer Operator PD

Essential & Desirable Criteria – Trainee Water & Sewer GUNDAGAI

Trainee Water & Sewer Attendant COOTAMUNDRA (Full time)

Applications are invited from interested persons for the above full-time position of Trainee Water & Sewer Attendant based at our Cootamundra Depot.

Council is seeking applications from hard working and motivated individuals looking for start in the water and sewer industry. This role assists with water & sewer work whilst undertaking the on-the-job training component of a traineeship and learning water and sewer skills in the Local Government environment.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Provide support for works undertaken by the Water & Sewer team.
2. Attend off-the-job structured training as required by the Training Agreement for the Traineeship and other short courses as identified.
3. Participate in a team environment by performing tasks within the Water and Sewer section.
4. Deliver quality customer service to both external and internal customers.
5. Carry out any other duties that are within the limits of the employees’ skill, competence, and training.
6. Abide by legislation and policy regarding Work Health & Safety, Environmental, Equal

  Employment Opportunity, Privacy and the Local Government Act and regulations and authorising bodies.

*Please refer to the Position Description for additional responsibilities.

Benefits:

• Salary will be dependent upon the successful applicants age or educational qualification, whichever is higher.
• 12% superannuation.
• 9 day fortnight.

Further information and a Position Description is available by contacting Council on 1300 459 689 or Council’s website www.cgrc.nsw.gov.au.

NOTE: Applicants must adequately address the Essential and Desirable criteria contained in the Position Description. Failure to do so may result in your application not being considered.  Applicants must also include a Resume.

Applications, addressed to the Interim General Manager should be submitted by 5.00 pm on Friday,  22 August 2025, by post to Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council, PO Box 420, Cootamundra NSW 2590, delivered to Council’s offices at Cootamundra or Gundagai or by email to mail@cgrc.nsw.gov.au

Trainee Water & Sewer Attendant PD

Essential & Desirable Criteria – Trainee Water & Sewer CTA

YOUTH & INCLUSION OFFICER (Maternity Relief)         

Applications are invited for interested persons for the fulltime position of Youth & Inclusion Officer (Maternity Relief) to be based out of our Cootamundra & Gundagai offices.

This role will ensure the positive development of young people in the community. Coordinate consultation with young people and stakeholders, planning and developing, managing, and evaluating Council’s Youth services, programs and facilities to ensure they are high quality, well promoted and meet the needs of young people in our communities.

Work with and support Community Organisations in the development and maintenance of Community Services in Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council as an integral and coordinated part of local service provision.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Assist young people to have meaningful opportunities to contribute to the community, including the opportunity to be heard.
2. Work with relevant groups to advocate for youth interests in the community.
3. Provide youth programs in Cootamundra and Gundagai.
4. Consult and liaise with relevant community organisations and Government Departments to deliver a range of projects enhance the community.
5. Consult and liaise with relevant community organisations and Government Departments and represent Council on relevant Community Committees.
6. Researching and prepare relevant submissions and grant applications. Identify and procure required resources, such as equipment, venues, and staff for the delivery of events and programs, within budget parameters. Participate in program and event evaluation for future planning.

Benefits:

Salary range of $1,349.64 to $1,578.78 gross per week/full time

12% superannuation

Nine-day fortnight

Further information and a Position Description is available by contacting Council on 1300 459689.

NOTE: Applicants must adequately address the selection criteria contained in the Position Description. Failure to do so may result in your application not being considered.  Applicants must also include a Resume.

Applications, addressed to the Interim General Manager should be submitted by 5.00 pm on Friday  15 August 2025 by post to Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council, PO Box 420, Cootamundra NSW 2590, delivered to Council’s offices at Cootamundra or Gundagai or by email to mail@cgrc.nsw.gov.au

Youth and Inclusion Officer PD – Maternity Relief

Essential & Desirable Criteria – Youth & Inclusion Officer – Maternity Relief

PLANT OPERATOR – BACKHOE (F/T)

Applications are invited from interested persons for the full time vacancy of Plant Operator – Backhoe  to be based at our Cootamundra Depot. Duties may also be required to be undertaken at our Gundagai Depot.

This position will be to operate plant, being the Backhoe, to undertake Council works as directed by the Works Supervisor and contribute to the manual labour pool within the Civil Works Department at Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Ensures plant is operated effectively and efficiently to achieve Council’s goals and objectives.
2. Ensures plant is maintained on a daily basis following manufacturer’s specifications and kept in a clean and tidy state.
3. Ensures plant is operated in a safe manner following safe work method statements and manufacturer’s instructions.
4. Ensures plant is operated safely when working in the proximity of overhead or underground utility services.
5. Cooperate and comply with Council’s WHS Policy and procedures.

Benefits:

• Salary range of $1,160.81 – $1,358.11 gross per week
• 12% super guarantee levy payable by Council
• 9-day fortnight working arrangement.

Further information and a Position Description are available by contacting  Human Resources  on 1300 459 689.

NOTE: Applicants must adequately address the essential criteria contained in the Position Description. Failure to do so may result in your application not being considered.

Applications, addressed to the interim General Manager should be submitted by 5.00 pm on Friday, 15 August 2025 by post to Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council, PO Box 420, Cootamundra NSW 2590, delivered to Council’s offices at Cootamundra or Gundagai or by email to mail@cgrc.nsw.gov.au

Plant Operator – Backhoe PD

Essential & Desirable Criteria – Plant Operator – Backhoe

PARKS & GARDENS ATTENDANT – COOTAMUNDRA (Full time)

Applications are invited from interested persons for the full-time vacancy of Parks & Gardens Attendant to be based at our Cootamundra Depot.

This position will be to operate parks and gardens plant, including mowers, tractors, street sweepers, elevated work platform and spray equipment, as directed by the Parks Foreman, and contributes to the manual labour pool within the Facilities Department.

To provide general labouring, maintenance and garbage collection services at Council’s parks, gardens, plantations, and sporting facilities.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Carry out duties as directed to maintain Council’s parks, gardens, plantations, and sporting fields to a high level of presentation/visual amenity and preparedness for users of these facilities and the general public.
2. Operate grounds keeping and gardening tools and equipment effectively and efficiently, following Safe Work Method Statements and manufacturer’s instructions to achieve Council’s goals and objectives.
3. Support the Parks and Gardens team to supply labour on work activities as directed.
4. Comply with Council’s Work Health and Safety policies and procedures and ensure all work is conducted in a safe manner.

Benefits

• Salary Range $1,041.95 to $1,218.08
• 12% superannuation.
• 9 day fortnight working arrangement.

Further information and a Position Description is available by contacting Human Resources on 1300 459 689 or Council’s website www.cgrc.nsw.gov.au.

NOTE: Applicants must adequately address the selection criteria contained in the Position Description. Failure to do so may result in your application not being considered.  Applicants must also include a Resume.

Applications, are to be addressed to the Interim General Manager and should be submitted by 5.00 pm on Friday 8 August 2025 by post to Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council, PO Box 420, Cootamundra NSW 2590, delivered to Council’s offices at Cootamundra or Gundagai or by email to mail@cgrc.nsw.gov.au

Parks and Gardens Attendant PD

Essential Desirable Criteria – Parks Gardens Attendant

CASUAL POSITIONS VACANT

Do you have skills that could be put to use or looking for casual employment? 

To register your interest in Casual Employment with CGRC complete the Temporary Casual Employment – Temporary-Casual Employment – EOI  or call into the Administration offices in Cootamundra and Gundagai.