First Nations Business Administration Traineeship

In partnership with Kardinia Park Stadium Trust, gforce is looking for a motivated and passionate individual, who identifies as First Nations, who is interested in kick starting their business administration career

• Certificate III in Business
• Secure a First Nations traineeship and earn while you learn
• Ongoing mentoring and support during traineeship

Location: Geelong
Work Type:Full-time

Classification: Administration & Office Support

The role is a First Nations designated position. gforce Employment + Recruitment considers that being First Nations is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).

gforce is proud to partner with Kardinia Park Stadium Trust (KPST) in offering an exciting opportunity for a First Nations candidate to join the team working at GMHBA Stadium on Wadawurrung Country. KPST is a high-profile State Government agency managing a premier multi-purpose venue that hosts over 45 events annually, welcoming more than 400,000 visitors.

About the Opportunity

Employed by gforce, a Group Training Organisation, and hosted at KPST, this full-time traineeship is aligned with KPST's Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan, which aims to create meaningful employment pathways for First Nations people. As a gforce Business Administration Trainee, you will work alongside the KPST's experienced team who deliver inclusive, high-quality sports and entertainment events and maintain the world-class venue GMHBA Stadium.

About the Role

You will provide key support across a range of administrative and operational functions, including:

general administration tasks such as document handling, data entry, and email correspondence

supporting ongoing stakeholder relationships with presentations, meeting coordination, and relationship management

updating digital content and assisting with internal events

assisting with customer service and visitor enquiries

assisting with the rostering and booking of logistics and service contractors

helping with stocktake and inventory checks of the stadium equipment and assets

About the Successful Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

detail-oriented, reliable, and enthusiastic with a can-do attitude

have a passion for community engagement and events

skilled in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

a confident communicator with great interpersonal skills

able to work both independently and collaboratively in a small team

a Year 12 VCE/VCAL graduate

What to Expect

This is a full-time position, working 38 hours per week (Monday to Friday). You will also be provided with time during the week to complete your TAFE training. You will receive award wages, ongoing support and mentoring to ensure you successfully complete your Certificate III in Business Administration.

If you would like more information or require a reasonable adjustment to the application process, please email Lauren: .

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter explaining why you are a suitable candidate via the 'Apply Now' button.

The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discriminations Act 1975 (Cth) and section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic) and section 8(4) of the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006 (Vic). This position is therefore only open to applicants that identify as being of First Nations descent.

The National Indigenous Times acknowledges and pays respect to past and present Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation. We recognise Aboriginal Community's continuing connection to their lands, waters and stories and acknowledge that sovereignty has never been ceded.