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Energy Queensland is the group of electricity distribution, retail, and energy services businesses 100% owned by the state of Queensland.  We deliver electricity across Queensland through our ‘poles and wires’ businesses Energex and Ergon Energy Network.  Our retailer, Ergon Energy Retail sells this electricity to customers throughout regional Queensland.  These essential service activities are supported by a range of innovative products and services delivered through our Yurika brand.

We’re seeking a highly motivated individual who is currently studying a Business/IT degree recognised by an institution within Australia.

• 12 week paid placement between 18/11/2024 – 21/02/2025
• You will not be rostered between 23rd December 2024 – 3rd January 2025 due to limited supervision at this time
• Develop future focused technical and business skills
• Complete challenging work projects under the expert supervision of senior leaders and technical specialists
• Maintain a healthy work-life balance on a flexible casual 36 hour per week roster.

Relevant locations

• Brisbane (Newstead).

The Opportunity

An introductory to your career to give you “real life” work experience, to help explore the development and streamlining of some processes in the Human Resources area utilising new technologies like apps and events software.  

• Apply all you’ve learnt within a professional business
• Work in a diverse team who will support, encourage, and help you build your technical skills
• Gain exposure to the industry at an early stage of your career
• A pathway to possible future employment opportunities
• Work on projects specific to your degree and career path.

About you

You’re imaginative, passionate, and motivated to succeed in your career. You work safely, think creatively, embrace diversity, and want to engage, to listen, learn and expand your knowledge.  

• You are currently studying a Business & IT degree
• You have completed at minimum 2 years of your degree
• Preferred majors HR – Event management, IT – App development/computer science
• High level of competency and proficiencies across multiple software applications
• Strong digital aptitude
• Experience in EventsAir and App development would be desirable
• You're a great collaborator and communicator and enjoy working in an inclusive and supportive team
• You aren’t afraid to stand out in a crowd and you are known for your growth mindset and adaptive and innovative thinking
• You’re an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or an Australian permanent resident.

Why work with us

It's an exciting time to join us and to be involved in the energy sector, here’s what you’ll experience:

• Strong 14.75% superannuation contribution
• Opportunities to develop your skills in Business and IT from day one and work on exciting projects and gain insights to the energy industry
• Support and guidance with access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• A safety-first culture, the safety of our people, customers & communities is a core priority
• Diversity and Inclusion where all employees can contribute towards multiple diversity and inclusion initiatives across our business

Our recruitment process

• Submit your online application
• Complete online assessments
• Attend a panel interview
• Reference checks
• Offer of employment

Our commitment to all of Queensland and its Diversity 

Energy Queensland is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds who meet the eligibility to apply.