Locals looking for work can register their interest for a drought employment program.
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The Gunnedah Shire Council initiative aims to provide temporary employment from early 2020 for residents who have been impacted by the drought. This may include farmers, farm workers, contractors, business owners, suppliers and employees in related industries.
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Council's project manager Colin Formann said it was an opportunity for locals earn income in difficult times and make a valuable community contribution at the same time.
"This program will be as flexible as possible to benefit as many people as possible," Mr Formann said.
"It will also offer the chance to gain new skills and build on existing skills to expand people's future employment opportunities."
Temporary employment will be co-ordinated through a Gunnedah employment agency and participants will have the chance to work on various community projects in the shire.
Any required training will be provided as part of the program and pay will line up with the local government award.
Program objectives
- Supplementary income to help lessen the financial impacts of the drought on individuals and families
- Temporary, flexible work conditions designed to fit within participants' needs and availability
- Diverse work opportunities across a range of locations
- An opportunity to learn new skills and gain current workplace experience
Eligible residents are urged to register their interest by completing the online form at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LMB7QNY before Friday, January 17, 2020.
- All applicants will be contacted with an update.
- A further round of applications is not guaranteed.
