Business Cadet

Bega Valley Shire Council; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rostered day off scheme

Paid study leave

Council-funded course fees

Salary packaging program

Annual award increases and reviews

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Bega Valley Shire Council invites applications for a Business Cadet as part of its Emerging Talent Program. The role blends undergraduate study in Business with practical experience across Organisational and Executive Services, including People & Culture and Corporate Strategy.

You will gain exposure to governance, risk management, community engagement and digital services, while completing a bachelor-level qualification and enjoying structured mentoring within a supportive local government

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in business, human resource management, governance or local government.
• Good written and verbal communication and ability to liaise with stakeholders.
• Willingness to learn and contribute to a team environment.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, learning and development and performance management.
• Support Enterprise Risk and WHS systems, risk registers, inspections and safety initiatives.
• Assist governance and GIPA activities, information requests and reporting.
• Support community engagement, stakeholder consultation and corporate planning.
• Support Digital Services governance, contracts, risk registers, invoice processing and audits.
• Apply university learnings in a practical environment and develop professional skills.

Skills

Interest in business

HR management

Governance

Organisational development

Local government

Education

Higher School Certificate / equivalent

Eligible to enrol in bachelor-level qualification

Job description

A career with Bega Valley Shire Council offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful and diverse work that supports the vibrant communities of the south-east corner of NSW. Nestled between rolling hills and some of the state’s most stunning beaches, this region is home to a variety of people who enjoy both rural and coastal living.

As an AR Bluett Award winning Council, we are proud of our dedicated and talented team, whose efforts make our success possible.

With a workforce of over 350, we provide essential services to our communities, including libraries, customer service, finance, children’s services, engineering, project management, road maintenance, water management, environment, parks, gardens, and town centres.

We offer a range of employment benefits to support our staff, which may include:

• Rostered days off
• Flexible work arrangements
• Salary packaging
• Paid study leave (one paid study day per week during each university semester or trimester)
• Council-funded course fees and approved study-related expenses

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join Councils Emerging Talent Program and undertake an undergraduate qualification in Business (or a related discipline) while gaining practical experience and mentorship across Council's Organisational Services and Executive Services Directorates.

As a Business Cadet, you will combine academic studies with hands-on workplace experience across a range of areas including People & Culture, Workforce Support, Work Health & Safety, Governance, Engagement and Corporate Strategy, and Digital Services. You will gain exposure to corporate operations, people management, governance, risk management, organisational planning and community engagement while developing practical skills in a local government environment.

The role may also involve travel and participation in residential study blocks associated with your academic program.

As a participant in Council's Emerging Talent Program, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills through structured learning, on-the-job experience, mentoring and exposure to a broad range of professional disciplines, building a strong foundation for a successful career in local government and beyond.

Council will support your studies by providing one paid study day per week during each university semester or trimester, together with funding for approved course fees and study-related expenses.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with recruitment, onboarding, learning and development, performance management, wellbeing programs and injury management.
• Support Enterprise Risk and WHS systems, risk registers, inspections and safety initiatives.
• Assisting with governance and GIPA activities, information requests and reporting requirements.
• Support community engagement initiatives, stakeholder consultation activities and corporate planning processes.
• Support Digital Services governance, assurance and compliance activities, including governance forums, contract and risk registers, invoice processing, reporting and audit support.
• Apply your university learning in a practical environment while developing the technical, analytical and professional skills required for a successful career in business and local government.

This role offers valuable exposure to a broad range of corporate services while developing practical skills and experience to support a future career in business.

About You

We are seeking an individual who holds a Higher School Certificate (or equivalent) and is eligible to enrol in a bachelor-level qualification relevant to the role.

You will have the following skills and experience;

• Demonstrated interest in business, human resource management, governance, organisational development or local government.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders while maintaining confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, manage competing priorities, take initiative, and contribute positively to a team environment.
• Willingness to learn and apply knowledge gained through academic studies in a practical workplace environment.

Benefits

This is a fixed term full-time position working 35 hours per week for a period of six (6) years.

The total remuneration package for this position commences at $57,401.34 gross per annum, comprising of:

• $985.60 per week base salary
• $118.27 per week superannuation (calculated at 12%)

Additional benefits for this position include:

• Rostered day off scheme (nine day fortnight)
• Paid study leave, providing one paid study day per week during each university semester or trimester
• Council-funded course fees and approved study-related expenses
• Annual Award salary increases and performance reviews
• Salary packaging program (SmartSalary)
• Wellbeing Initiatives – Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program, Telus Health App, social club, health monitoring and annual flu vaccinations.

For further information on this position, please contact Rickee Marshall, Manager | Corporate Services on 02 6499 2277.

Applications close 11.59pm AEDT on 22 November 2026.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and address the advertised selection criteria demonstrating their suitability for the role.