Early Careers Adviser (201501)
Permanent Full Time - 36.25 hours per week
$99,834.04 to $104,181.41 Annually + 13% super
RCC Officers' Level 5
Redland City Council offers you the chance to improve lives and shape your own career… on beautiful Redlands Coast.
Redlands is proud to rank among Queensland’s Top 5 local government areas for wellbeing in the SGS Cities and Regions Wellbeing Index - confirming our community as a great place to live, work, and grow.
Join our team as an Early Careers Adviser
Make a meaningful impact on the future workforce of Redland City Council by delivering career pathway programs that create opportunities for emerging talent. Reporting directly to the Service Manager People Development, in this role you will partner with leaders and key stakeholders to develop and implement initiatives aligned with our People Strategy, supporting trainees, apprentices, graduates and work experience participants to achieve positive learning and development outcomes. Combining strategic thinking with practical support, you will help connect diverse talent with meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities, fostering capability, inclusion and long-term workforce success across the organisation.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Lead & deliver Council’s early careers programs, including graduate, traineeship, apprenticeship and work experience initiatives, ensuring they remain aligned to workforce priorities, talent attraction objectives and diversity and inclusion strategies.
- Partner with leaders, supervisors and external education providers to identify opportunities, recruit high-quality candidates, and provide expert advice and support throughout the participant lifecycle.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with universities, schools, training providers and community stakeholders to promote Council as an employer of choice and strengthen talent pipelines for future workforce needs.
- Design, implement and continuously improve career pathway programs, creating meaningful development opportunities and clear pathways from work experience through to sustainable employment and further education.
- Promote Council’s employment programs through targeted marketing, communications and participation in career expos and engagement activities, enhancing awareness and attraction of diverse talent.
- Manage program governance, budgets, procurement, reporting and performance outcomes, while providing leadership, mentoring and guidance to supervisors and participants to ensure a positive and successful program experience.
Skills and experience:
- Experience managing graduate, trainee and apprenticeship programs that support workforce needs and business outcomes.
- Proven ability to build strong partnerships with leaders, training providers and other key stakeholders.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, problem-solving and leadership skills.
- Experience developing career pathways and talent strategies that support attraction, retention and diversity goals.
- Strong procurement, contract management and budget management experience.
- Well-developed project management, planning and reporting skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Make sure to read the full Position Description before applying - it outlines everything you need to tailor your resume and cover letter.
Why this role stands out:
- Shape the future workforce by leading Council’s end-to-end early careers strategy, creating meaningful pathways for graduates, trainees, apprentices and students to build successful careers.
- Make a visible impact through the design and delivery of innovative talent programs that directly support workforce planning, capability building and diversity objectives.
- Build influential partnerships across education providers, industry and Council leaders, positioning Council as an employer of choice and strengthening talent pipelines for the future.
Working for us means enjoying diverse work and gaining opportunities to grow in a region of outstanding natural beauty - Redlands Coast. In return for your passion and commitment to making a meaningful and ongoing contribution to our naturally wonderful community, we offer great benefits and the balance you need to bring the best you.
More reasons to love working with us:
- Professional development – job-specific training, study assistance, leadership and critical skills programs, plus access to an extensive range of online courses through LinkedIn Learning. We invest in your growth from day one.
- Generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks annual leave with leave loading, 15 days personal/carer’s leave, 14 weeks paid parental leave, and additional flexible leave options to support your lifestyle.
- Rewarding role-specific allowances recognising the responsibilities, skill, and impact of your position.
- Mental health and wellbeing support – access to EAP, external providers, training, and awareness programs to foster openness and reduce stigma.
- Exclusive employee lifestyle perks – discounts, cashback, health benefits, and savings on essentials, travel, tech, dining, and car ownership through novated leasing, plus employee banking benefits.
- Flexible working options – access RedFlex, offering flexibility in how, when, and where you work.
- Optional purchased leave available after probation.
- Incentives for returning from parental leave including credited leave and superannuation benefits.
Who we are:
Redland City Council is a local government organisation proudly serving the Redlands Coast community. From maintaining roads, parks, waterways and islands, to delivering essential services like waste, water, libraries, and community events - we support the city’s day-to-day life and long-term growth. With over 1,200 employees across diverse teams, we’re committed to shaping a thriving, sustainable region that our community is proud of.
Guided by our Values, we’re proud of the work we do and the people who make it possible. Visit our careers page to learn more about the stories of our incredible team.
Eligibility:
- You'll hold a current C Class driver’s licence
- You'll hold, or be able to obtain prior to commencement, a Paid Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
- Tertiary qualifications relating to the design and delivery of training and development programs are desirable.
- Successful applicants will be asked to consent to a criminal history check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
- To be eligible for employment, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.
Ready to join us?
Please include:
- A one-page cover letter; and
- A current resume outlining how you meet the role requirements.
Note: We do not accept email, hard copy or third-party applications.
For more information about this position (201501), please contact Caitlin Hodges on (07) 3829 8285. Applications for this position close at 11:59 p.m. Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) on 08/07/2026.
At Redland City Council, we’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to contribute to their full potential. We value the unique perspectives and experiences our people bring to serving our community.
To support an inclusive recruitment experience, please let us know if you require any adjustments during the recruitment or interview process by contacting [email protected]
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