Business Administration Trainee

- Learn from experienced professionals in a safety-first organisation.

- Complete a fee-free, nationally recognised Certificate III in Business Administration.

- No experience required - earn while you learn!

For more than 40 years, the North Qld Export Terminal, located at the Port of Abbot Point, has demonstrated its commitment to safety, efficiency, responsibility, and partnership with the local community.

APO has been contracted by North Queensland Export Terminal Pty Ltd to manage operations of it’s coal export terminal at the Port of Abbot Point - Australia’s northernmost coal port - located 25 kilometres north of Bowen, between Townsville and Mackay, serving as the gateway to the Whitsundays.

Abbot Point Operations is offering an exciting one-year traineeship opportunity for a Business Administration Trainee, leading to a nationally recognised Certificate III in Business. As a member of our team, you will support day-to-day activities while developing core administrative skills in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

This traineeship provides valuable hands-on experience in a range of administrative tasks, helping to build a strong foundation for a successful career in business administration.

What You’ll Do:

- Rotate across key departments to gain broad, hands-on administrative experience.

- Assist with administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, document management, and maintaining records.





- Support logistics and operations teams by preparing documentation (e.g. shipping schedules, weighbridge data, export paperwork).

- Coordinate meetings and schedules, including booking rooms, sending invites, and preparing agendas or minutes.

- Help with reporting and compliance, such as collating safety statistics or updating registers.

- Liaise with internal departments to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

- Respond to emails and phone inquiries, redirecting or escalating as needed.

What We’re Looking For:

- Strong organisational and time-management skills.

- Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.

- Basic computer literacy and willingness to learn recent software.

- Enthusiasm for business operations.

Why Join Us?

- Learn from experienced professionals in a safety-first organisation.

- Complete a fee-free nationally recognised Certificate III in Business Administration.

- Comprehensive onsite training.

- A competitive remuneration package and a suite of benefits.

- A commitment to your professional development within a supportive workplace.

- Excellent work/life balance near the stunning Whitsundays!

Opportunities like this are rare - don’t miss your chance. Start your journey today and achieve your ultimate career in Australia’s coastal paradise!

APPLY NOW and be part of a team shaping the future at APO!

Applications close: Sunday, 1st November 2026

📌 Business Administration Trainee (Whitsundays)
🏢 Abbot Point Operations
📍 Whitsundays