Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of over 250,000 residents, Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.
Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its community's vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feelwelcome,belongandsucceed.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
The Engineering and Building team sits within the Environment and Planning Directorate and focuses on services and advice in relation to engineering and building activities in the Cumberland area.
The team is responsible for the delivery of engineering assessment, infrastructure design, traffic and transport, stormwater and flooding, and building assessment.
In contributing to the overarching vision, the Trainee Business Administration will provide generalist support and administrative assistance to the broader Engineering and Building team and Council.
The successful applicant will require:
Completed Higher School Certificate and/or demonstrated experience enabling the completion of tertiary study
Demonstrated ability to deal in a positive and courteous manner with the public and other workers
Good verbal and written communication skills
Possess administrative and organisational skills, including attention to detail, ability to maintain accurate records and skills in Microsoft Office
Ability to work as part of a team with good interpersonal skills.
Download the position descriptionhere for more information.
About this role:
Term contract (12 months), full time position
70 hour fortnight
Access to Council's 9 day fortnight Rostered Day Off (RDO) arrangement
Located at Council's Auburn office, with occasional travel required across Council worksites,



and may be required to work across any of Council's work locations
Salary information:The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.
This position is placed in Cumberland's Trainee Salary Structure with a salary range of $****** to $1,****** per week, plus 12% superannuation
The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role
What you'll need to have for this role:
The right to live and work in Australia
Be able to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position, including attending a physical pre-employment medical examination as required
Participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Council's Health Monitoring Procedure, as required.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER
We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or up to an additional five (5) days' leave for front-facing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangements
Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
Leave entitlements including annual leave,10 days personal leave and up to five (5) days of MyLeave per year, parental leave entitlements and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
Corporate Health Insurance discounts
Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning,



paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
Free access to Council owned and managed Aquatic Centres
Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
ABOUT US
Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people, and fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation, and associated provisions. Council will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment, which endeavours to promote child protection practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application, if required, and it is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child-related employment.
Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, reflective of the community it represents. Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments. If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager during the application process.
ENQUIRIES
ContactGabrielle Zerni, Supervisor Administrationon*********or[email protected]for further information.
Closing date: 11:59pm, Friday, 25 September ****
HOW TO APPLY
To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire. You'll be asked to attach your resume and any relevant qualifications (if required) to complete your application. Make sure you have these attachments ready before you apply as your application cannot be submitted until completed.

📌 Trainee - Business Administration (New South Wales)
🏢 Recognized
📍 New South Wales