Russell Vorpagel Engineering Scholarship - Mechanical and Electrical Stanwell is a major provider of electricity and energy solutions to Queensland, the National Electricity Market, and large energy users throughout Australia.
We own and operate two of the most efficient coal-fired power stations in Australia - the Tarong power stations near Kingaroy, and Stanwell Power Station west of Rockhampton.
Through our pipeline of renewable energy projects throughout central and southern Queensland, we'll reduce our emissions intensity and create future opportunities for our people and communities.
So, if you'd like to be part of the energy transformation in Queensland, working at Stanwell might be for you.
We care. We adapt. We deliver.
These values are the driving force behind everything we do.
And as we grow and deliver that pipeline of projects in the coming years, we will continue to serve our communities and deliver the power that Queensland needs.
Who is Russell Vorpagel Russell Vorpagel exemplifies excellence in the field of engineering, and after over 40 years in the Power industry, he will be retiring soon.
In his honour, Stanwell Corporation is offering 2 x $10,000 engineering scholarship opportunities for students from the local regional community around Tarong Power Stations.
What does the Scholarship cover? We understand the hardships faced by students in local regional communities to attend university.
These scholarships are for a Mechanical and Electrical Engineering student to assist with living and studying away from the region.
The scholarship program includes: $10,000 per annum (paid in 2 x $5,000 payments) for up to 4 years Vacation work opportunities Possible direct appointment into the Stanwell Corporation Graduate program at the end of your study Am I eligible? You are eligible if you reside in the South Burnett and are studying (or planning to study) full time; you are a school-leaver or have left within the past two years; you can demonstrate service to the community, and you have enrolled to study Bachelor of Engineering (either Mechanical or Electrical).
What's next? To submit your application, please apply online with your CV.
If you are interested in this opportunity, apply online with your CV and cover letter.
Applications Close: 11.55pm, 1st November 2024.
As part of the recruitment process, you may be required to undertake pre-employment checks (may include police checks, Aus Check, medical assessment, and/or drug and alcohol testing).
Inclusion and diversity is an important part of shaping Stanwell's culture and how our workplace operates.
We recognise and value that it's essential to creating a safe, inclusive, and productive workplace.
We are proactive about giving our people opportunities to excel and truly be themselves.
We enable this through diversity, fairness, and flexible work practices.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.
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