Tamworth Regional Council is looking to recruit the next generation of local workers, with applications now open for its 2025 apprenticeship and traineeship intake.
The annual program offers a pathway for people to earn while they learn, with a wide range of roles available across Council’s many departments and facilities. Participants gain nationally recognised qualifications alongside on-the-job training, providing a strong start to a local career.
TRC Manager People and Culture Operations, Natasha Beer, said the program was not just about filling positions, but about growing skills and creating future leaders in the region.
“Our apprenticeships and traineeships are designed to provide genuine career pathways while also encouraging people to make a lasting impact on the community they live in,” Ms Beer said.
“It’s worth working at Council for many reasons, including our offering of work-life balance, our focus on employee wellbeing and belonging, and our commitment to ensure our team feel supported both professionally and personally.”
The 2025 intake includes traineeship opportunities in areas such as galleries and museums, visitor experience, sports and recreation, waste operations, survey and design, water services, and at the Australian Equine and Livestock Events Centre (AELEC). Apprenticeship roles are also on offer in the fitter machinist and mechanical workshops and within Council’s transport operations.
Applications are open now, with closing dates for each position varying across July and August. Interested applicants can learn more and apply online at www.tamworth.nsw.gov.au/applynow.
The program forms part of a broader effort across the local government sector to address long-standing labour shortages in key professions and trades.
Mayor of Forbes Shire Council and President of Local Government NSW, Phyllis Miller, said it was essential for councils to invest in workforce development now, especially with many experienced staff approaching retirement.
“It’s essential that councils have the resources to secure their future workforce as many long-serving local government employees are set to retire in the coming years,” Cr Miller said.
She said that local government had long played a vital role in providing entry-level employment opportunities, helping young people and career changers gain accredited qualifications in a wide range of fields.
“Councils, due to their diverse operations and deep ties to the community, have traditionally been strong providers of entry-level employment opportunities.”
Cr Miller added that council-trained apprentices, cadets and trainees were highly sought after across NSW, whether they stayed within the sector or moved into private industry.
The skills gained through the Tamworth program are designed to benefit not only the individual but the wider community, as qualified workers help deliver vital local services and infrastructure.
Applications are open now and close in August 2025, with closure dates varying between roles. Applicants can apply and find out more at www.tamworth.nsw.gov.au/applynow.
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