How does this Position contribute to our Community?
The People and Prosperity Trainee provides administrative support to the People & Prosperity functions of Council.
The role contributes to the delivery of human resources creating a positive employee experience by assisting with recruitment, onboarding, training, records management and workforce administration activities.What does this Position do?
The role is designed to develop practical workplace skills and knowledge in human resources, administration and local government operations.Assists with day-to-day administrative tasks that support People & Culture activitiesSupports employee lifecycle processes, including recruitment, onboarding and training administrationMaintains employee records, systems and documentation under supervisionProvides administrative support to the People & Culture team and assists with the preparation of workforce information and reportsDevelops knowledge and skills through workplace learning, mentoring and formal studyKey ResponsibilitiesHuman Resources AdministrationAssist with administrative tasks across the employee lifecyclePrepare standard HR documents, letters and forms under guidanceMaintain employee records and HR systems accuratelyLearn and follow records management, privacy and governance requirementsRecruitment & Onboarding SupportAssist with recruitment administration, including:Posting job advertisementsOrganising applicationsScheduling interviewsHelp prepare onboarding materials, including:Induction documentationNew starter information packsAssist with collecting and monitoring pre-employment documentation and checks.Training & Development AdministrationAssist with organising training bookings and course registrationsMaintain training records and update compliance registersSupport the implementation of training and development activitiesAssist with tracking attendance,



certifications and mandatory training requirementsFinancial & Procurement AdministrationAssist with raising purchase orders and processing invoices.Maintain records relating to training and HR expenditure.Support budget administration activities and record keeping.Employee Services & CoordinationAssist with coordinating employee resources, including:UniformsID cards and photographsSystem access requestsSupport employee recognition, milestone tracking and staff communications.Assist with wellbeing and employee engagement initiatives.Records & ComplianceMaintain employee records in accordance with Council requirements.Assist with filing and record keeping in line with:State Records Act requirementsCouncil policies and proceduresSupport compliance activities, audits and reporting requirements.Support to Leadership and ProjectsProvide administrative support to the Supervisor People and Customer Experience and General Manager People & Prosperity.Key responsibilities:Follow safe work procedures and use equipment correctlyReport hazards, incidents, and near misses promptlyParticipate in WHS training and consultation activitiesAny other duties within the scope of the role as reasonably directed.Essential Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & SkillsCompletion of Year 12 or equivalent, or currently undertaking relevant studies (desirable).
Interest in Human Resources, Business Administration, Customer Service or a related field.Willingness to learn and develop skills in Human Resources and workforce administration.Good attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and information.High computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.Ability to follow instructions,



policies and procedures.Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.Effective verbal and written communication skills.Good organisational skills and the ability to manage tasks and deadlines with support.Positive attitude, reliability and commitment to learning.Highly regarded but not essential Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & SkillsExperience in administrationUnderstanding of local government or public sector environments.Interest in developing a career in Human Resources, People & Culture, workforce planning or organisational development.Key performance indicatorsLearning & DevelopmentSuccessfully progresses through the traineeship program and demonstrates ongoing skill development.Administration AccuracyHR, recruitment, training and workforce administration tasks completed accurately and within agreed timeframes.Records & ComplianceEmployee records and documentation maintained in accordance with Council policies and legislative requirements.Customer & Team SupportProvides professional, responsive and reliable support to employees, managers and the People & Culture team.Workplace ContributionDemonstrates initiative, reliability, professionalism and a positive contribution to team and organisational objectives.Using the position description as a guide, your application should be addressed to Theressa Pitt, General Manager People and Prosperity and include, a brief cover letter addressing the key criteria of the position and your most recent resume including details of at least three employment referees.If you would like to learn more, please reach out to our People and Culture team at or by telephone .
Applications will be assessed throughout the recruitment process and the opportunity to apply closes 5:00pm Friday 7th of August ****.The City of Port Lincoln is an Employer of Choice, Equal Chance Employer and a Smoke Free Workplace*Junior rates apply: 17 years old and under 62% ($***** per hour), 18 years old is 72% ($*****), 19 years old is 82% ($***** per hour) and 20 years old is 92% ($***** per hour) of hourly rate listed.

📌 People And Prosperity Trainee (Port Lincoln)
🏢 City of Port Lincoln
📍 Port Lincoln