Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander- Civil Construction Trainee

Salary Range: $859.60 - $915.70 per week plus super

Work type: Temporary Full Time

Duration:    Up to 12 months

Commencing: February 2027

Are you an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person looking to get hands-on experience

in construction while earning a nationally recognised qualification?

Brisbane City Council’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Traineeship Pathway Program is designed

to support mob into meaningful career pathways in civil construction. You’ll learn on the job while gaining a Certificate II in Civil Construction and receiving tailored mentoring and support.

As part of our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), Brisbane City Council is committed to increasing

First Nations representation in the workforce and creating culturally safe career pathways. Be part of a

workplace that values culture, connection, and growth while building your skills for the future!

What’s in it for you?

• A supportive mob within Council, who will walk alongside you on your journey
• A dedicated program coordinator who identifies as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander 
• Paid on-the-job training in roadworks, concreting, paving, and site prep.
• Work outdoors while learning skills that will set you up for life.
• Ongoing development and support from the program coordinator and Aboriginal mentors.
• Career progression and pathways beyond the traineeship.

What we’re looking for individuals:

• Who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
• Are keen to learn about construction and develop hands-on skills.
• Reliable and safety conscious.
• Able to travel across Brisbane.
• Committed to completing training modules throughout the year.

After completing the traineeship, you’ll have:

• A nationally recognised qualification (Cert II in Civil Construction).
• A solid foundation for a career in construction.
• The skills to apply for roles within Council or beyond.

Benefits of working for Council: CLICK HERE

How to apply:

To apply, simply submit your resume. No cover letter required.

Click on the 'I’m interested' button to complete your online application.

If you have any questions about the role, contact Marshal Nazareth at Marshal.Nazareth@brisbane.qld.gov.au.

The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) and s 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld). The position is therefore only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 18^th October 2026 at 11:55pm AEST.

Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion.