Administrative Trainee: Planning & Regulatory Services (Paid)

Ability Advocates Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid employment from day one

Training while you work

Ongoing recruiter and allied health support

Job summary

A supportive organization in New South Wales is seeking an Administration Trainee for the Planning, Building, and Regulatory Services. This paid traineeship offers valuable work while pursuing a Certificate III in Business. As a trainee, you will help process applications, manage records, and support technical staff. Ideal candidates enjoy detail-oriented tasks and are comfortable asking for help. Applications are encouraged from individuals with disabilities, emphasizing inclusive recruitment processes.

Qualifications

• Enjoy working with detail and following procedures.
• Like structured information and clear rules.
• Prefer accuracy over speed.
• Are comfortable asking questions when unsure.

Responsibilities

• Process applications and documentation.
• Update records and track information.
• Use Council systems to manage data.
• Support technical staff administratively.
• Assist with written or phone enquiries.

Job description

Administration Trainee - Planning, Building and Regulatory Services

Petersham, NSW, Australia Inner West Council

Job Openings Administration Trainee - Planning, Building and Regulatory Services

About the job Administration Trainee - Planning, Building and Regulatory Services

Ability Advocates Australia is recruiting an Administration Trainee within Planning, Building or Regulatory teams at Inner West Council as part of the Inclusive Traineeship Program 2026.

This paid traineeship combines meaningful administrative work with a Certificate III in Business, delivered in a highly structured and supported way.

About the Inclusive Traineeship Program

You will receive:

• Paid employment from day one
• Training while you work
• Clear systems, procedures and supervision
• Ongoing recruiter and allied health support
• A realistic pace designed for learning

About This Role – Planning & Regulatory Teams

These teams work with technical and regulatory information. The environment is:

• Office based
• Accuracy focused
• Process driven
• Deadline aware

Confidentiality and attention to detail are important.

Key Responsibilities

With training, you may:

• Process applications and documentation
• Update records and track information
• Use Council systems to manage data
• Support technical staff administratively
• Assist with written or phone enquiries (with scripts and support)

This Role May Suit You If You:

• Enjoy working with detail and following procedures
• Like structured information and clear rules
• Prefer accuracy over speed
• Are comfortable asking questions when unsure

No prior regulatory experience is required.

Who Can Apply

These roles are for people with disability who meet eligibility requirements. Evidence is discussed clearly and confidentially.

Inclusive Recruitment Process

We focus on:

• Matching you to the right environment
• Supporting you before and after you start work