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Human Resources is an internal service provider with a strong focus on ensuring that Council has the human resource capacities necessary to fulfil its corporate objectives.
The goal of the Human Resources team is to provide quality information and support services in all aspects of human resource management. Core services include:
- Planning and Staffing
- Training and Development
- Performance Management and Reward
- Industrial Relations
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Workers Compensation and Rehabilitation
- Personnel and Organisational Support Services
Applying for a Position with Maitland City Council
Positions with Council are generally advertised in the Newcastle Herald on Saturday, and supplemented when appropriate with advertisements in the Maitland Mercury, Cessnock Advertiser and/or Sydney Morning Herald.
To apply for an advertised position, intending applicants should obtain an information package in one of the following ways:
If an applicant requires additional information after they have read the package, they can contact the officer listed in the advertisement and in the covering letter included with the job application package.
It is essential that applicants:
- Quote the position number and provide details of their abilities, qualifications and experience, together with contact details of two (2) current referees.
- Address the selection criteria outlined in the Position Description.
- Ensure that Council receives their application no later than the closing date.
Selection of staff is based on the merit of each applicant in relation to the selection criteria.
Apprenticeships and Traineeships
Maitland City Council offers apprenticeships in the areas of:
• Painting
• Carpentry
• Boiler Making
• Plant Mechanics
If you are interested in obtaining information regarding an apprenticeship, please register your interest at the following websites:
• Hunter Valley Training Company - http://www.hvtc.com.au/
• MEGT website - http://www.megt.com.au/
Maitland City Council also offers Traineeships in the following areas:
• Horticulture
• Civil Works
• Office Administration
• Accounting
• Information Technology
• Engineering
• Town Planning
• Health and Building Surveying
Traineeship positions are advertised as required on the Maitland City Council website. Please review the website and forward your application as positions are advertised.
Work Experience with Maitland City Council
Maitland City Council offers students and other members of the community the opportunity to develop relevant work experience and gain vocational skills that complement their education or their skill base.
Work experience students will be provided with on the job training, support, guidance, feedback and direction in a positive and enthusiastic manner, and will ensure the student's time at Council is meaningful and that their experience is positive.
Interested parties who wanting to undertake work experience with Council must complete the Work Experience Application Form at least 4 weeks prior to the required commencement date and complete all required sections.
Please forward this form to:
Human Resources
Work Experience Application
PO BOX 220
MAITLAND NSW 2320
Maitland City Council and EEO
Maitland City Council is committed to ensuring that in the application of its policies, procedures and practices, no discrimination takes place and that all employees enjoy equal access to opportunities within the organisation.
Council has adopted a comprehensive Equal Employment Opportunity Policy and Management Plan, and will be supporting a number of activities in the current year as part of the plan.
Organisation Structure
Click here to view Maitland City Council's Organisation Structure.
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