Apprentices, Trainees and Cadets
Looking for a hands-on way to start your career, earn while you learn, and make a difference in your local community? Whether you’re finishing school or just thinking about your next steps, your local council could be the perfect place to begin.
The NSW Office of Local Government is helping councils across the state hire and support young people like you through apprenticeships, traineeships and cadetships. It’s all about building strong local workforces and helping young people kickstart their career.
Dubbo Regional Council has been successful in receiving funding through the Fresh Start Program for 5 apprenticeships, 11 traineeships and 3 cadetships.
Applications are open until 9am Monday 14 July 2025.
APPRENTICESHIPS
Apprenticeships combine on-the-job practical training with an employer, and formal training with a training provider. While undertaking an apprenticeship you will learn new skills while working, leading to a nationally recognised qualification for work in a specific job role and industry.
Expand the sections below to find out more about the 5 apprenticeships available through Dubbo Regional Council.
Carpenter
You will support the construction and maintenance of public facilities such as the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre and Western Plains Cultural Centre, as well as Council depots and administration buildings, while undertaking study towards a Certificate III in Carpentry.
Applications are open until 9am on Monday 14 July 2025; Dubbo Regional Council 2025 Apprenticeship Program.
Heavy Vehicle Mechanic
You will support the service and maintenance of a wide range of heavy vehicles and machinery, while undertaking hands-on training and formal study towards a Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical technology.
Applications are open until 9am on Monday 14 July 2025; Dubbo Regional Council 2025 Apprenticeship Program.
Parks and Gardens x 2
You will develop practical skills and theoretical knowledge in the maintenance and improvement of public parks, gardens, streetscapes, and urban environments, and support the daily operations of the team while completing a Certificate III in Parks and Gardens.
Applications are open until 9am on Monday 14 July 2025; Dubbo Regional Council 2025 Apprenticeship Program.
Water Supply and Sewerage Electrician
You will support the installation and maintenance of civil infrastructure such as pumps, fixed plant and communications equipment while undertaking hands-on training, such as the safe operation of tools and machinery, all while completing your Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician.
Applications are open until 9am on Monday 14 July 2025; Dubbo Regional Council 2025 Apprenticeship Program.
TRAINEESHIPS
Traineeships combine on-the-job practical training with an employer, and formal training with a training provider. While undertaking an traineeship you will learn new skills while working, leading to a nationally recognised qualification for work in a specific job role and industry.
Expand the sections below to find out more about the 11 traineeships available through Dubbo Regional Council.
Administration Officer - D&E
You will be working as you learn everything from day-to-day operations and business functions through to high-level strategic development and environmental planning while undertaking training and formal study towards a Certificate III in Business.
Applications are open until 9am on Monday 14 July 2025; Dubbo Regional Council 2025 Traineeship Program.
Airport Operations Officer
Are you ready for your career to take-off? The Dubbo Regional Airport is a major gateway to our region, and in this role you will be focusing on all aspects of airport operations including aerodrome reporting duties while working towards a Certificate IV in Aviation.
Applications are open until 9am on Monday 14 July 2025; Dubbo Regional Council 2025 Traineeship Program.
Customer Experience Officer
You will be working with a dynamic team providing a wide range of services and advice across our community while gaining a deep understanding of Council’s core operations. You will also complete a Certificate III in Business.
Applications are open until 9am on Monday 14 July 2025; Dubbo Regional Council 2025 Traineeship Program.
Finance
You will be working (and earning!) as you learn everything from day-to-day finance operations and business functions through to high-level strategic financial planning while undertaking training and formal study towards a Certificate III in Financial Services.
Applications are open until 9am on Monday 14 July 2025; Dubbo Regional Council 2025 Traineeship Program.
Human Resources
You will be working with a dynamic, supportive and friendly team at one of the region’s largest and most diverse employers, launching your career in human resources while undertaking a Certificate IV in Human Resource Management.
Applications are open until 9am on Monday 14 July 2025; Dubbo Regional Council 2025 Traineeship Program.
Information Technology
You will be working as you learn everything from day-to-day IT operations and business functions through to high-level strategic IT planning while undertaking training and formal study towards a Certificate IV in Information Technology.
Applications are open until 9am on Monday 14 July 2025; Dubbo Regional Council 2025 Traineeship Program.
Procurement
Dubbo Regional Council is a large organisation that relies on local and national suppliers to help us deliver for the community. You will be working with the procurement team to effectively and efficiently purchase goods and services while completing a Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting.
Applications are open until 9am on Monday 14 July 2025; Dubbo Regional Council 2025 Traineeship Program.
Tourism
An exciting opportunity to work alongside our tourism team and the public in promoting Dubbo, Wellington and surrounding villages as destinations of choice for visitors, all while undertaking formal training towards a Certificate III in Tourism.
Applications are open until 9am on Monday 14 July 2025; Dubbo Regional Council 2025 Traineeship Program.
Waste Collection Administration Officer
Our waste and recycling facilities are at the forefront of contemporary waste management best practice, and we want you to help us take it to the next level. You will learn about waste management, including the circular economy, while completing a Certificate III in Business.
Applications are open until 9am on Monday 14 July 2025; Dubbo Regional Council 2025 Traineeship Program.
Waste Collection Attendant
Our waste and recycling facilities are at the forefront of contemporary waste management operations, and we want you to help us take it to the next level. You will learn about waste management, including the circular economy, while completing a Certificate III in Waste Management.
Applications are open until 9am on Monday 14 July 2025; Dubbo Regional Council 2025 Traineeship Program.
Welder - Saleyards
You will support the service and maintenance of a wide range of infrastructure at the Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets which is NSW’s busiest yards by cattle throughput. You will also be undertaking hands-on training and formal study towards a Certificate II in Engineering.
Applications are open until 9am on Monday 14 July 2025; Dubbo Regional Council 2025 Traineeship Program.
CADETSHIPS
Cadetships are available for students completing higher education level study, where they are in their second-to-last or last year of study. A cadet will work with an employer in a relevant field while completing their studies.
Expand the sections below to find out more about the 3 cadetships available through Dubbo Regional Council.
Development Planner
Are you looking to gain real-world, practical experience while completing your Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning degree? Dubbo Regional Council could be the place for you. You will receive structured industry experience to complement your theoretical knowledge and receive the support and experience of a friendly team.
Applications are open until 9am on Monday 14 July 2025; Dubbo Regional Council 2025 Cadetship Program.
Finance
Are you looking to gain real-world, practical experience while completing your Bachelor of Finance degree? Dubbo Regional Council could be the place for you. You will receive structured industry experience to complement your theoretical knowledge as well as the support and experience of a friendly team.
Applications are open until 9am on Monday 14 July 2025; Dubbo Regional Council 2025 Cadetship Program.
Planner
Are you looking to gain real-world, practical experience while completing your Bachelor of Planning degree? Dubbo Regional Council could be the place for you. You will receive structured industry experience to complement your theoretical knowledge and receive the support and experience of a friendly team.
Applications are open until 9am on Monday 14 July 2025; Dubbo Regional Council 2025 Cadetship Program.
Last Edited: 19 Jun 2025