City of Gold Coast Reviews

There are lots of career opportunities in the city. There is an opportunity for high duties when someone is on annual leave, there are also lots of opportunities for secondments.

Our organisation is in the process of implementing a strategy to meet emissions reduction targets of net zero by 2050 in the local government area in line with Queensland's legislated obligations under the Clean Economy Jobs Act 2024 (Qld). The City has implemented Our Natural City Strategy (2023-2032) and is adamant about improving and protecting our natural environment and encouraging sustainable living practices.

There is a healthy engagement with all levels of the organisational structure as part of the 2024 Graduate Academy Program. I have had opportunities to meet, talk and listen to the CEO, the Mayor, Councillors, Directors and General Managers of other departments, as well as operational staff in various sectors of the organisation during scheduled day events. I have participated in departmental social challenges that are run regularly, such as step challenges, squat challenges, airplane competitions etc. I have also been invited to comedy show nights with staff and department dinners, or even regular lunches to celebrate additions to the team, birthdays or farewells.

I have personally undertaken diversity training as part of the 'Best Self' series graduate program training. The cohort of the grads is from a diverse background and the organisation appears committed to implementing strategies that increase diversity and opportunity throughout the entire organisation.

My day-to-day responsibilities are varied, keeping the work interesting. As it is largely project work, having input across a range of tasks gives me good insight and experience in all areas of the team.

My manager is so lovely and supportive. From my first day, she had me seated next to her and has made herself available to assist me or answer any questions I have had. No matter how busy she is, she always has time for me. She also checks in with me on a monthly basis to discuss monthly goals, gives feedback and requests feedback from me as well.

Spacious office, have staff canteen, gym and a pool table in the basement! Great office location, easy to commute. my team is pretty casual with dress codes, as long as you are comfortable with them.

There were no assessments for this hiring process, which made the process a lot more streamlined than other graduate programs. The interview process was fantastic - a meeting was scheduled soon after closing and having a face-to-face meeting was refreshing as it gave me a chance to understand the team and who I would be working for. It made sure that I was a good fit for them, and that they would be a good fit for me personality-wise. Within a week of the interview I was given a verbal offer, so the quick process was excellent.

I am remunerated well as a graduate.

There have been extensive personal and professional development training programs established for the graduates under the Graduate Program, including the 'best self-series’ which works on resilience, emotional intelligence, performance strategies etc., as well as other professional development programs such as 'presenting with confidence' to improve public speaking and giving of presentations etc.

The City of Gold Coast has a significant focus on flexibility and working from home. The CEO has stated on many occasions that "the greater the flexibility, the greater the happiness and work outcomes from staff".

Environmental impact is a high priority of the City of Gold Coast We have a department named Environment, Heritage and Resilience which are specialists who design, maintain and champion natural environment and cultural heritage, ensuring the City’s heritage and natural assets thrive, for future generations to enjoy. They care for the management of waste to minimise its impact on our environment and public health.