Serving community is the focus for 11 fresh-faced employees

An apprentice and trainee program that helps futureproof Isaac region’s skills and knowledge continues to shine as 11 fresh-faced employees start their new careers.

Isaac Regional Council Mayor Anne Baker welcomed the new apprentices and trainees at Moranbah Community Centre today.

“This is a great opportunity for this group of vibrant individuals to pave their way as our Council delivers in a changing world,” Mayor Baker said.

“At Isaac Regional Council how we do that as a team and with our communities’ matter.”

Council has onboarded 59 apprentices and trainees between 2017-2022 with a completion rate sitting around 85 per cent.

The new employees will be based in various positions from compliance to community engagement and traditional trades such as plumbers and electricians in Moranbah, Dysart, and Clermont.

CEO Jeff Stewart Harris PSM said Council’s mission is to pursue long-term sustainable futures for Isaac communities.

“Community focus, caring, teamwork and a positive work ethic will be the four values the 11 apprentices and trainees will be tasked with in going about their day-to-day work,” Mr Stewart-Harris said.

“We are committed to working safely and caring about the wellbeing of our people and communities.

“We believe that people matter, and Council officers have the opportunity to teach and mould our trainees and apprentices into exactly what we require so they become an integrated part of our organisation culture.”

Council’s 2023 Energise Your Career trainee and apprentice program is proudly funded by the Queensland Government through the Skilling Queenslanders for Work program.

Council offers a range of career and employment opportunities for school leavers, professionals, and tradespeople at family friendly locations throughout the region. Visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au/employment, call 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227) or email [email protected] for more information.

Published: 16th January 2023