QGC Pathways

Although it can be a very rewarding industry, there is a lot more to these apprenticeships and traineeships than meets the eye. We recommend you take some time to learn a little more about these trade specialisations on our website. Find out more about the trades on offer here.

You will need a cover letter and a resume highlighting your interests in the chosen trade and the relevant skills you will bring to your apprenticeship/traineeship.

A cover letter is your opportunity to tell us:

• A little bit about you,
• Why you want the apprenticeship/traineeship, and
• What makes you right for this role.

Tell us about what interests you, what you do in the local community and why it will make you a great apprentice or trainee for the Shell operated QGC business.

Think of your resume as a catalogue of your skills and experience. We’d like to see your school and subjects listed along with your grades and any pre-vocational certificates you have completed, plus any full-time or part-time work.

Make sure you include any work experience or volunteer work where you may have had the opportunity to be part of a team. And don’t forget to list any clubs or groups you are actively involved in.

You will need to include two (2) referees and their contact details in your resume. It’s a good idea to have your referees in mind and start talking to them about providing a reference if you are successful in moving forward with your application.

A great referee is someone who knows your skills and strengths, has managed or mentored you, and can tell us about what will make you a great apprentice or trainee. They might be a teacher at school, a manager at work, or a coach of a sports team you play for.

We value diversity and we encourage people from all walks of life to apply including women, mature age applicants, school leavers, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and any Western Downs locals looking to take on an apprenticeship or traineeship commitment. Overall, we are looking for someone that has:

• a focus on safety
• great communication skills
• a thirst to learn and a willingness to adapt to an ever-changing environment.

Yes absolutely, MIGAS (and the Shell operated QGC business) employs matured aged apprentices and trainees and your life experience is of great value. If your skills and experience match the requirements of the role and you are genuinely interested in developing a trade career, we encourage you to apply regardless of your age.

The Shell operated QGC business has unique relationships with Traditional Owner groups in its footprint. These groups include Iman, Bigambul, Mandandanji, Barunggam, Cobble Cobble, Jarowair, Yiman, Western Wakka Wakka, Wakka Wakka, Wulli Wulli, Gangulu, Bailai, Gooreng Gooreng, Gurang, and Taribelang Bunda.

QGC and MIGAS recognise that these Traditional Owners have historic and enduring affiliations with, and responsibilities for, the lands on which the Shell operated QGC business operates. This recognition has been reflected in a number of Indigenous Land Use Agreements and Cultural Heritage Agreements which include commitments to employment opportunities for Traditional Owners and other Indigenous Australians.

We take these relationships and commitments seriously, and have a number of initiatives to support Traditional Owners in employment. If you identify as one of the Traditional Owner groups listed above, you may be entitled to support and assistance with the application process. Please talk to MIGAS to get further detail.

We strongly recommend that only applicants living in the Western Downs region apply for these roles. If you live outside of the region your application may not be considered, thank you for your interest.

We strongly encourage Traditional Owners who have connections within the Western Downs Region and aspire to come back and work ‘on country’ to apply. Please include your Traditional Owner group in your cover letter to assist our recruitment team in identifying your application.

Be mindful that in order to participate in the selection process you will also be required to travel to Chinchilla.

We will not cover the cost to relocate you and/or your family as a new apprentice or trainee.

A place within the QGC Pathways program is highly competitive and the selection process can take a number of weeks. You must participate in each stage to be considered for an apprenticeship or traineeship position.

The full selection process will involve:

STAGE 1 - Phone Screen

Successful candidates will be contacted for a phone screen to briefly discuss the details of their application and clarify any questions upfront specific to the role. Those applicants who successfully pass the phone screen will be asked to participate in a more formal Skype or FaceTime interview and arrangements will be made to confirm a suitable time.

STAGE 2 - Interview

Candidates will be interviewed by a MIGAS Recruitment Officer via Skype, FaceTime or phone to assess suitability for progression to the next stage of the process. In this stage candidates will also be asked to participate in online skills testing and reference checking. It’s important to include two (2) referees and their contact details in your resume.

STAGE 3 - Assessment Centre

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an assessment centre, where they will participate in team activities and supervised testing. Candidates will be required to attend for one day at the QGC Training Centre in Chinchilla on either Wednesday 30th or Thursday 1st October 2020.

STAGE 4 - Panel Interview

Candidates who are successful in the group assessment stage, will progress to panel interviews with representatives from the Shell operated QGC business and MIGAS. The interviews will take place at the QGC Training Centre in Chinchilla on Wednesday 7th and Thursday 9th October 2020.

STAGE 5 - Medical Assessment

Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a medical assessment before final offers are made. This will be organised and paid for by the QGC Pathways program and you will be advised of where to go to complete the assessment. This will take place in mid to late October.

STAGE 6 - Employment Offers

Employment offers into the program will be made to the successful candidates by mid to late November. You will first receive a verbal offer of employment, followed by an electronic offer (emailed documents) and relevant new starter information from MIGAS Apprentices and Trainees.

An assessment centre is a group assessment where you and other applicants in the running for the roles will be assessed on your practical ability, teamwork, communication skills, ability to problem solve and adapt to different situations. You will be involved in a number of individual, group and practical activities that will be relevant to the position you are applying for.

Our assessment centres generally start with an introduction and overview of the day followed by an ice breaker to help everyone feel relaxed. Then we move on to the individual and group exercises where you will be assessed by our team throughout the day.

You can prepare by simply being yourself and ensure you’re interacting and contributing to the activities throughout the day.

Applications will close on Sunday 13th September 2020

If you are successful, you will receive a phone call with a verbal offer of employment. This will be followed up by a copy of your employment contract and all other documents regarding your employment with MIGAS Apprentices and Trainees.

From here you will have direct communication with your appointed MIGAS Field Officer regarding your MIGAS and Shell QGC inductions and any additional tickets or training required before your first day.

Candidates will be advised if they have progressed through each stage of the selection process. We encourage you to keep an eye on your phone and emails during the course of the selection process.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by either phone or email to confirm their progression to the next stage of the process.

Due to the number of applications we receive, we cannot provide individual feedback to unsuccessful candidates. Those who are unsuccessful will be notified by email.

All roles will commence in January 2021.

Successful candidates will be advised in their employment contract of their exact start date.

What you get paid will vary depending on your age, your trade, and any previous qualifications you may have obtained. You can calculate an estimate of your pay based on the relevant award using the government’s pay calculator. It is expected that you will occasionally participate in overtime during the course of your apprenticeship or traineeship and this will be paid at a higher rate depending on the type of overtime.

Each year you progress through your apprenticeship or traineeship, your pay rate will increase slightly to recognise the additional skills you can now offer the role. There’s also a range of entitlements for apprentices and trainees set out by the Fair Work Ombudsman. The Australian Government provides a range of income support options for apprentices and trainees to support them to complete their training. Learn about additional income support  options here. 

As a MIGAS Apprentice or Trainee you will have all of your uniforms and personal protective equipment supplied, as well as being paid to attend TAFE to complete your off-the-job training.

It is a requirement of all the positions that you have reliable transport to and from work. It is preferred that you either currently hold an Open Drivers Licence or are on track to obtain your Open Drivers Licence at the completion of your apprenticeship or traineeship.