City of Ryde Council

Cadet – Architectural Assistant

• Be paid to learn on the job
• Temporary/part-time 2 years contract 21 hrs/3 days per week

About Us

City of Ryde, just 12 kilometres from Sydney CBD, is a place of unique lifestyle and opportunity. It is home to an engaged and culturally diverse community of around 130,000 people, and a strong and growing Smart City economy including more than 13,000 local businesses, Macquarie Park, world-class hospitals, and a leading university. All balanced with beautiful bushland, riverfront parks, open spaces, and sport facilities.

Our council delivers a broad range of services, projects, programs, and events. We are actively committed to innovation, sustainability, resilience and providing exceptional customer experiences, and this relies on attracting and keeping great people. We offer a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements, health and wellbeing programs, a learning and development program including study support, and a reward and recognition program.

About the Role

City of Ryde Council in partnership with the NSW Government is offering an Architectural Assistant Cadet position as part of the 'Fresh start for Local Government Apprentices, Trainees and Cadets’ Program.

The successful candidate will join City of Ryde’s City Architect team which is responsible for delivering architectural and urban design projects for Council.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience, contribute to a range of strategic and architectural projects and receiving mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals whilst undertaking your tertiary studies.

Commencing salary: $637.62 per week + Superannuation pro-rata to reflect your actual hours of work.

About You

• Currently studying in the 3rd year (or part-time equivalent) of a bachelor’s degree in architecture, or master’s degree in architecture
• Good visual communication, computer literacy and design skills
• Proven ability to work in a team environment
• Demonstrated experience in digital and/or physical architectural modelling
• Willing to learn new skills and participant in business improvement initiatives

Culture & Benefits

• Free shuttle bus between the North Ryde Office and North Ryde Metro Station
• Commitment to providing opportunities for work/life balance
• Hybrid work from home and office arrangements available for eligible positions
• Flexibility regarding start and finish times to suit your lifestyle
• 18 weeks paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
• 3 extra grant days at Christmas to ensure you have time to enjoy the holiday
• Annual performance reviews and Award increases
• On-site gym and end of trip facilities
• Opportunity to sign up as a fitness passport member
• Various health & well-being initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, etc.)

How to apply

Apply now using our fast, easy to use on-line application process. In addition to answering the on-line application questions shown below, you will need to attach your Resume to complete the application process.  Please note, you are not required to submit a separate cover letter or a statement addressing selection criteria. 

Closing Date:  Sunday 2 March 2025 at 11:30pm

If you would like to know more, please see the Position Description or contact Jeremy Giacomini on 0481 395 887 for a confidential discussion.

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