Business Trainee

Position Location

The role is located in our North Sydney office. Conveniently located with walking distance to North Sydney Train Station and Pacific Highway.  

About OOCL: A certified “Great Place to Work” 

We are very proud that OOCL Australia has achieved accreditation for the 3rd year in a row as a Great Place to Work. OOCL is the only shipping and logistics company in Australia to have this accreditation:  Global Authority on Workplace & Organizational Culture - Great Place to Work Australia.  Three words that capture our colleagues views on working for OOCL are: Pride, Trust, and Joy.

OOCL’s mission is: To be the best and most innovative international container transport and logistics service provider; providing a Vital Link to world trade and creating value for our customers, employees, shareholders and partners.

Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) is one of the world's largest integrated international container transportation, logistics and terminal companies. Listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, we pride ourselves on offering customers a fully integrated logistics and containerized transportation service, with a network that encompasses Asia, Europe, North America, South America and Australasia.

We Offer   

OOCL is committed to investing in our people, providing opportunities for development, training and mentoring to empower employees to reach their full potential. You will enjoy our supportive and caring culture. You will have access to the OOCL Leadership Development Programme, Harvard E Learning Programme and the OOCL Employee Welfare Programme.

About this opportunity

Are you looking for a challenging opportunity and a great learning environment? Are you motivated by the maritime industry; you want to learn and make a difference? Then join our OOCL Business Trainee program at our North Sydney Office. A traineeship with OOCL is an enriching and challenging opportunity to join a world-leading shipping group and work at the heart of global trade.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be a recent High School Graduate or a University Student who will embody our shared values of innovation, creating value for customers, and a passion and willingness to further develop their skill set under the guidance of the OOCL team.
 
You will work with a friendly and supportive team and as part of your on the job training you will complete a Nationally accredited qualification in Certificate III in Logistics & Supply chain Management or Certificate III in International Freight Forwarding. During your training period you will be trained and developed professionally and personally.
 
The training will focus on developing your customer service skills and ability to work as an effective team member to set you on the path for your career ahead.

At the end of the training period all successful candidates will be eligible to apply for permanent opportunities within the region.
 
No prior experience is required, only your willingness to learn and contribute to the smooth and productive running of a passionate team.
 
To be successful in this role you must:

• Demonstrate and deliver exceptional customer service at all times
• Be confident in conversing with a diverse group of customers
• Understand the importance of working in a team environment and value your own contribution to the team
• Be a driven individual that strives to meet and exceed expectations
• Have a passion for learning and personal growth to successfully complete your Certificate III in Logistics & supply Chain Management or Certificate III in International Freight Forwarding during your traineeship.

Bringing a diverse mix of best and brightest talents to OOCL is critical to our continued success. That is why we uphold a meticulous screening process. If you find this role suitable to your experience and qualifications, please apply via SEEK: only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

• OOCL (Australia) is an equal employment opportunity provider and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of culturally diverse backgrounds. The creation of a Diverse and Inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential and enhance our success, creating a high-performance business.
• Employment with OOCL (Australia) is subject to satisfactory background checks which includes a National Police Check and Reference Checks.