Operations Trainee - Identified

Bendigo and District Aboriginal Cooperative; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earning while learning

Certificate III Business Admin (on-the

On-the-job mentoring and support

Salary packaging

Culturally safe workplace

Long-term career potential

Full-time 38-hour weeks

1 year contract

Lunch breaks (1 hour)

Onsite parking

Job summary

Bendigo and District Aboriginal Cooperative (BDAC) is seeking an Operations Trainee. You will gain hands-on experience across fleet, facilities, and administration while studying for a Certificate III in Business Administration.

The role is full-time (38 hours per week), Monday to Friday, with a one-year contract, onsite parking, and a supportive, culturally safe workplace. No two days are the same as you rotate through Fleet & Operations, Facilities & Assets, Administration & Reception, and

Qualifications

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander status is required per the position's target designations.
• Willingness to study Certificate III in Business Administration while working.
• Keen to learn and grow in a supportive team environment.
• Reliable and motivated with a positive attitude.
• Friendly and respectful team member with good work ethic.
• Able to work as part of a team and follow directions.
• Comfortable using computers or willing to learn; capable of basic office tasks.
• Comfortable with heavy lifting and ready for variety in duties.
• Open to taking on new challenges and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Support Fleet & Operations tasks including vehicle bookings and inspections.
• Manage and monitor vehicle servicing schedules and fleet records.
• Assist with facilities and assets maintenance and office setup.
• Contribute to administration and reception duties as needed.
• Learn across BDAC operations while completing a Certificate III in Business Administration.

Skills

Willing to learn

Reliable

Team player

Computer literacy

Education

Certificate III in Business Administration

Job description

BDAC is an ACCO (Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation) registered as a member under the umbrella of VACCHO (Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation) and represented nationally through NACCHO (National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation).

BDAC was founded to represent and provide services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living on Djaara Country.

BDAC has a responsibility to ensure growth of services, development of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, better and improved health outcomes for our people, improved quality of life and be a lead agency in providing self-determination employment and career pathways for Aboriginal people.

At (BDAC), we're committed to creating opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and supporting strong futures for Community.

• Earning while you’re learning
• Nationally recognised qualification (Certificate III Business Administration)
• On-the-job mentoring and support
• Salary packaging benefits
• A culturally safe and supportive workplace
• Opportunity to build a long-term career
• Full-Time 38-hour weeks, Monday - Friday
• 1 year contract
• 1 hour lunch breaks
• Onsite parking

This is an exciting opportunity for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person to learn from experienced professionals, gain hands-on experience across multiple business areas, and develop skills that can open doors for future career opportunities.

We're Looking for Someone Who Is

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
• Ready to study a Cert III in Business Administration
• Keen to learn and grow
• Reliable and motivated
• Friendly and respectful
• A team player
• Comfortable using computers or willing to learn
• Comfortable with heavy lifting
• Ready to take on new challenges

Whether you're finishing school, returning to the workforce, or looking for a fresh start, we'd love to hear from you!

About the Role

No two days are the same!

As an Operations Trainee, you'll gain experience across a variety of areas including:

Fleet & Operations

• Helping manage BDAC vehicles
• Assisting with vehicle bookings and inspections
• Monitoring fleet records and servicing schedules
• Ensuring vehicles are clean, safe and ready to go

Facilities & Assets

• Supporting site maintenance and storage management
• Assisting with furniture installations and office set-ups
• Helping maintain BDAC's asset register
• Supporting maintenance activities across BDAC locations

Administration & Reception

• Ordering office supplies and uniforms
• Sorting mail and deliveries
• Filing and maintaining records
• Supporting Corporate Services teams with day-to-day administration

Study While You Work

You'll complete a Certificate III in Business Administration while learning practical workplace skills and receiving support every step of the way.

Mandatory Requirements

Should an applicant be the preferred candidate, background checks (Police check, reference check and Working with Children's Check) will be completed prior to the candidate’s employment being confirmed.

For more information about this position please see the Position Description which can be accessed via our website www.bdac.com.au or contact our human resources team on (03) 5442 4***or send an email through to ***********@bdac.com.au

Please note: This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under ‘special measures’ of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.