Trainee Administration Officer: Learn, Earn & Grow (Paid Study)

Lake Macquarie City Council; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Macquarie City Council – Speers Point NSW is offering a two-year traineeship for a Trainee Administration Officer to gain a nationally recognised Certificate IV in Business Administration. You will support the Waste Services team, develop administrative, data-entry and procurement skills, and contribute to essential services across the Council’s operations.

You will study online with the Australian College of Commerce and Management, receive wage of $761.05–$889.60 per week plus 12%

Qualifications

• Completed Year 12 (or equivalent) with satisfactory results in English and Mathematics.
• Willingness to complete a Certificate IV in Business as part of the traineeship.
• Basic computer skills and confidence using technology.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support, including preparing correspondence, managing records and maintaining document control systems.
• Complete accurate data entry for operational and compliance records.
• Assist with procurement activities, including processing requisitions, purchase orders and invoices.
• Deliver excellent customer service by responding to enquiries and managing service requests.
• Support meetings and team activities by preparing agendas, taking minutes and following up actions.
• Assist with maintaining workplace health and safety documentation and record.
• Develop skills through on-the-job learning, training and professional development opportunities.
• Contribute to projects and initiatives that support the operation of Waste Services.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Certificate IV in Business Administration

Job description

Lake Macquarie City Council – Speers Point NSW is offering a two-year traineeship for a Trainee Administration Officer to gain a nationally recognised Certificate IV in Business Administration. You will support the Waste Services team, develop administrative, data-entry and procurement skills, and contribute to essential services across the Council’s operations.

You will study online with the Australian College of Commerce and Management, receive wage of $761.05–$889.60 per week plus 12%