Business Trainee X 2

Fixed term (12 month traineeship)
Full-time (average of 38 hours per week)

The City of Rockingham is an award winning local government located 40km south of the Perth CBD and is known as the place where the coast comes to life.  One of the fastest growing local governments in the south metropolitan area, we are responsible for the provision and delivery of high quality services, facilities and events that meet or exceed community expectations.  Providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is important to us and we are committed to employing team members who share the City’s Values of Recognition, Ethics, Service, Professional Development, Empowerment, Communication and Teamwork – RESPECT. These Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at the City.

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About the roles

We have two full-time, fixed term placements available for enthusiastic and motivated individuals, keen to gain hands-on experience and a nationally recognised qualification.

This is a 12-month traineeship in Certificate III in Business. You will combine on-the-job learning in administration and TAFE studies, completing your Certificate III within a 12 month period.

• Business Trainee–Youth Development:

The Youth Development team is part of the Community Capacity Building department. The team delivers a range of programs, activities and events for people aged 12 – 24, primarily from the Award-winning Rockingham Youth Centre. This trainee position will provide general administrative support, and will assist with some components of program and event planning and delivery. The role may also provide support to other Community Capacity Building teams on occasion.

The City of Rockingham is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for First Nations people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. First Nations people are encouraged to apply.

• Business Trainee –Cultural Development and the Arts:

The Cultural Development and the Arts team is part of the Community Capacity Building department. The team delivers a range of programs, activities and events focusing on cultural development and arts. This trainee position will primarily operate from the Rockingham Arts Centre, assisting with administration and Gallery Attendant duties. However, some work will also span to other areas of Cultural Development and the Arts, as well as other Community Capacity Building teams, as required.

You will be required to respond to the following selection criteria as part of your online application:

1. Have good verbal, numeracy and written communication skills
2. Possess basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office suite
3. Ability to work in accordance with WHS obligations
4. Be able to provide excellent customer service

What we can offer

We are offering a gross salary from $25,808 to $46,925, depending on age in line with the City’s trainee classification and:

• 11% superannuation with the option to co-contribute up to a further 5%
• A variety of health and wellbeing programs including a physical health reimbursement subsidy payment of up to $150 per annum, free flu vaccinations, free skin cancer checks, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services
• Flexible working arrangements, including rostered days off and two additional paid days of absence per annum
• Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles, etc.

Additional details

Information packs for each Traineeship (including position descriptions) are available on our website. During the online application process, you will be able to nominate your preference for either, or both Traineeships.

Applications will be accepted until 4pm, Sunday 28 April 2024.

This process may be used to fill future similar permanent or fixed-term positions that may become available in the City during the next 12 months.

The City of Rockingham accepts applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including First Nations people, people living with disability and people who speak a first language other than English.