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Town Planning Cadet - full-time maximum period of up to 24 months


Company : Careers at Council


Location : Mudgee, Australia


Created : 2025-08-03


Job Type : Full Time


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Town Planning Cadet - full-time maximum period of up to 24 monthsJoin to apply for the Town Planning Cadet - full-time maximum period of up to 24 months role at Careers at CouncilTown Planning Cadet - full-time maximum period of up to 24 months3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Town Planning Cadet - full-time maximum period of up to 24 months role at Careers at CouncilDescriptionTown Planning Cadet - full-time maximum period of up to 24 monthsMid-Western Regional Council is offering a graduate opportunity to an eligible and suitable candidate completing their Bachelor''s Degree in Town Planning. The cadet will be mentored by Council employees in our Statutory Planning team.You will be paid a wage while studying your degree, and your university fees will be paid by Council for the duration of the cadetship.You are required to pay your course fees.You must have no more than 2 years (full-time) remaining on your degree, evidence is required.In order to meet the requirements of the Cadetship, successful completion of training and tertiary studies is required.Enjoy the unique opportunity to work across urban, rural and environmental planning mattersGain hands-on experience across all facets of statutory, development assessment, compliance, and policy.Work alongside an experienced planning team.Working across all facets of statutory planning, including duty enquires, development assessment, compliance, and policy.35 hour week, with an RDO every 4 weeksProfessional Learning and Development opportunitiesMudgee, New South WalesCadetDescriptionTown Planning Cadet - full-time maximum period of up to 24 monthsMid-Western Regional Council is offering a graduate opportunity to an eligible and suitable candidate completing their Bachelor''s Degree in Town Planning. The cadet will be mentored by Council employees in our Statutory Planning team.You will be paid a wage while studying your degree, and your university fees will be paid by Council for the duration of the cadetship.You are required to pay your course fees.You must have no more than 2 years (full-time) remaining on your degree, evidence is required.In order to meet the requirements of the Cadetship, successful completion of training and tertiary studies is required.Enjoy the unique opportunity to work across urban, rural and environmental planning mattersGain hands-on experience across all facets of statutory, development assessment, compliance, and policy.Work alongside an experienced planning team.Your new jobWorking across all facets of statutory planning, including duty enquires, development assessment, compliance, and policy.35 hour week, with an RDO every 4 weeksHealth & Wellbeing programProfessional Learning and Development opportunitiesYouCurrently enrolled in or studying in your penultimate or final year a Bachelor of Planning (or equivalent) at a registered training organisation.General computer literacy including basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and email and internet programsDemonstrated interpersonal skills, and written and verbal communication skillsAbility to apply planning theory to real-work situationsStrong organisational skills and time management skills with ability to manage competing prioritiesCapability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary teamHighly motivated and willingness to learnQualificationsThe salary range being offered for this full-time position is $2,249.80 - $2,460.80 gross per fortnight plus superannuation which equates to an annual salary of $58,494.80 - $63,980.80 gross plus superannuation (dependent on skills, qualifications and experience). About Mid-Western Regional Council:Located in the award winning town of Mudgee, we are a team of over 500 people who serve 25000 residents across 9000 square kilometres (thats 4.5 Greater Sydneys).We Do So Much More That rates, Roads And Rubbish Through a Diverse Range Of 75 Different Types Of Businesses And As a Leading Member Of The States First And Most Advanced Renewable Energy Zone (REZ). Find Out More At Working At Mid-Western Regional Council - YouTube The Mudgee RegionAround 3 hours from Sydney (and Newcastle), the Mudgee Region boasts a dynamic and vibrant community brimming in lifestyle attractions, culinary delights and investment opportunities. Add to this a four-season climate, picturesque scenery, fine wine, locally grown food and a real community with heart and soul; we have a perfect lifestyle.Find out moreNew Residents GuideChoose Mudgee RegionWhat Is Next -Applications close on Monday 11 August at 11:59pm. Interviews may be conducted with suitable candidates before the closing date, and the position may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found. Have Questions?Call usLindsay Dunstan, Manager Statutory Planning (02) 6378 2830Jaime Adams, HR Officer (02) 6378 2752Apply for this roleVisit siteShareSeniority levelSeniority levelInternshipEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionOther, Information Technology, and ManagementIndustriesGovernment AdministrationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Careers at Council by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Cadet roles.Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr