Application Close Date: 11:59pm on 05 October ****
At Penrith City Council, it's not about having to choose.
Life with us is the best of both worlds.
What we offer you
A developmental traineeship that combines on-the-job training with formal study through TAFE
Practical experience in a range of administrative functions within your placement department
A supportive environment where you can learn, grow and contribute to the Penrith community
A Generous Salary, Super
Flexible Working Arrangements
Here's what you'll be up to...
This is an exciting opportunity to begin your career in business administration while gaining a recognised learning experience.
You will provide administrative support within your placement department, build practical workplace skills and complete formal studies alongside your day-to-day work.
Complete a Certificate III in Business
Enter, store and maintain data, correspondence and documents accurately
Use and help maintain everyday business equipment
Organise your workload, calendar and tasks to meet agreed timeframes
Communicate positively with colleagues, Council customers and members of the community
Attend scheduled classes and complete coursework and training plan requirements
Follow Council policies, recordkeeping requirements and work health and safety procedures
Who we are (And why you'll love us)
You will join a Council team that will support you as you develop confidence, capability and real workplace experience.
Depending on your placement, you will work with a supervisor, colleagues, internal customers and the community, giving you the chance to understand how different parts of Council contribute to our City.
We value positive communication, teamwork, reliable service and a willingness to learn.
You will be encouraged to ask questions,



take responsibility for your work and build practical skills in an environment where your contribution matters.
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Check out our Position Description to learn more about this role.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for someone who is ready to learn, contribute and make the most of this opportunity.
You will thrive in this traineeship if you are:
Motivated and curious, with a genuine interest in building a career in business administration
Organised and reliable, with the ability to manage your time and complete tasks accurately
A positive communicator who enjoys working as part of a team and helping customers
Respectful and trustworthy, with an understanding of the importance of confidentiality and following workplace procedures
The must-know bits
You will be required to undertake employment checks, which may include a Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Working with Children Check, Medical Declaration and/or a Functional Test, as relevant to the position for which you have applied.
Where a Criminal History Check is required and has returned a result that indicates disclosable court outcomes, you will be required to provide a copy of the report to Penrith City Council, for review, to progress through the recruitment process.
We've got an prospect, you've got talent...
Let's talk.
For more information, contact ****** or ******
Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.
Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
For more information about this, please see our website.
At Penrith City Council, we believe the best of both worlds means embracing the unique perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that make our City and our organisation vibrant.
We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported and welcome applicants from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities.
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📌 Business Administration Trainee (New South Wales)
🏢 Penrith City Council
📍 New South Wales