A Traineeship Opportunity - South Burnett Regional Council: Kickstart your career in animal care by applying for this outstanding Traineeship with the South Burnett Regional Council. The Kingaroy based opportunity will be full-time for 12 months commencing Monday 2nd February, 2026 and will include the completion of a Cert III in Animal Care Services. The Benefits: The benefits include: Paid on-site training. A recognised qualification. A 9-day fortnight work roster. 12% Employer Superannuation contribution. Access to Corporate memberships. Access to Health & Wellbeing programmes. Who Should Apply: The position is offered under the Queensland Government's First Start initiative to provide increased opportunity for specific and diverse groups of Queenslanders confronting restricted employment opportunities. The Duties: Reporting to the Regulatory Services Coordinator, the Trainees will perform a diverse range of duties which will include: Assist with day-to-day activities in the care of animals within the Council's South Burnett Animal Management Centre. Provide a high level of customer service to both internal and external clients. Complete Cert III in Animal Care Services. Maintain a record of training achieved. Maintain a safe, clean and tidy workplace. Complete other reasonable activities and directions as needed. The Requirements: Minimum successful completion of year 10. A commitment to learn new skills and complete formal qualifications. Sound comprehension and numeracy skills. The ability to follow directions and work with minimal supervision as required. Sound communication skills Proven team player qualities. A minimum current "C" class driver licence. A commitment to safety in the workplace Additional Application Requirements: The recruitment process for this Traineeship will include: All applicants will be emailed a link to an eligibility questionnaire for on-line completion via phone, tablet, laptop or PC Only those applicants who complete the questionnaire will be able to progress to the next stage. Selected eligible applicants will then be invited by email to attend one of several group information sessions to further discuss the opportunity, complete a basic comprehension / numeracy assessment and a selection criteria questionnaire. Only those applicants who attend the information session will be able to progress to the next stage. Pre-employment Assessments: Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical assessment which will include drug and alcohol testing. To Apply: Applications should include a current resume and be submitted directly from this website by Friday 10th October, 2025. Enquiries: Enquiries may be directed to Employment Matters by calling Bob on 0429 000 139 or Edson on 0416 725 389. .
