Vacancy Number

ER1752

Position Title

Cadet Design Drafter

Employment Status

Permanent Full Time

Department

Infrastructure Gold Coast

Location

Bundall Precinct

Award Classification

Stream A, Level 3-5 (banded)

Salary

$75,977 - $94,571

Hours

36 hours per week- 9-day fortnight

About your new role

We’re looking for a motivated, early-career drafter to join our team as a Cadet Design Drafter. Whether you’ve just finished your studies or have a year or two under your belt, this is your chance to learn, grow and work on real infrastructure projects that make a difference in the community.

This role gives you the opportunity to learn directly from experienced drafters, designers and engineers while working on the planning and design of roads, footpaths, drainage, and other public infrastructure.

Responsibilities Include:
• Creating civil design drawings using software like AutoCAD and 12d.
• Helping to plan roads, drains, paths, and other city infrastructure.
• Working in a supportive team where everyone’s input counts.
• Learning how big projects come together and how to make them better.
• Supporting and improving our drafting systems as you grow in confidence.

We're looking for people who have:

• You may have some drafting experience, or you’re ready to get started.
• You’re interested in civil infrastructure and how cities are designed.
• You’re a team player with a good eye for detail.
• You hold a C class driver’s licence.

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future

The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.

We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia and we have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:

9-day fortnight

Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations

Personal and professional development courses

Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport

4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member

1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year

4% pay rise locked in for October 2025

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.

How to apply

For more information, view the position brief by clicking the paperclip icon in the top right corner of this screen.

Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.

Documents need to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email [email protected]

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.

Contact Person

Tiffen Roberts

Contact

[email protected]

Closing Date

Friday 23rd May 2025

Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.

The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.