Communities Administration Trainee

Work Type: Maximum Term Full Time - 12 Months

Location: Emerald

Department: Communities

Award & Salary: In accordance with relevant industrial agreements, including the applicable Award, Order or Certified Agreement

Central Highlands Regional Council is seeking a motivated, reliable, and eager-to-learn trainee to join our communities team. This is an exciting opportunity to gain full-time, paid work while working towards a Certificate III in Business.

As a trainee, you'll undertake a range of operational and administrative functions across Council, developing practical, hands-on experience while completing your formal training. If you're passionate about building a career in administration and contributing to positive community outcomes, this traineeship could be your perfect first step. Apply now

To be considered for this opportunity, you will need:

• A willingness to learn and a positive, can-do attitude
• Sound written and verbal communication skills
• Teamwork skills and the capacity to contribute in an office-based environment
• Basic computer literacy and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook)
• The ability to complete a Nationally Recognised Qualification (Certificate III in Business) within 12 months
• Commitment to undertaking the requirements of the associated qualification

Why work for Central Highlands Regional Council?

As winners of the 2022 and 2024 Regional Queensland Training Awards – Large Employer of the Year, 2022 Apprentice of the Year, and 2023 Equity Student of the Year**, we are proud to support our team members and provide pathways to successful careers. We are a forward-thinking council focused on continuous improvement, sustainability, and meaningful investment in our regional communities.

Benefits Include:

• Generous superannuation scheme
• Five weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Opportunity for fortnightly RDO's
• Annual uniform allocation
• Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
• Wages paid fortnightly
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport member benefits

To be eligible for this traineeship, you must:

• Be at least 17years of age
• Meet citizen, residency, and visa requirements to undertake a traineeship
• Not hold a qualification equal to or higher than the traineeship qualification in the same field

Some council apprentice and trainee positions are funded through government initiatives and are subject to additional eligibility requirements. We strongly encourage applications from the following groups:

• Young people (aged 15–24 years, including those in and transitioned from out-of-home care
• Long-term unemployed job seekers
• Mature-age job seekers (aged 45 years or older)
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• Migrants and refugees from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
• People with disability
• Displaced workers
• Women re-entering the workforce
• Veterans and ex-service personnel and their families

How to apply:

Please download and review the position description. (linked)

To apply, submit the following documents:

• Your resume detailing relevant experience or work history

Although it's not mandatory, you may also submit a cover letter outlining your skills and motivation for applying if you wish.

Applicants selected to progress will be invited to participate in a shortlisting process.

Pre-Employment Checks:

Pre-employment checks for this role include:

• Right to Work in Australia
• Medical Assessment
• Reference and licence checks (if applicable)
• Funding eligibility checks

For a confidential discussion, please contact the Recruitment Team on during business hours.

Register your interest by submitting your resume.

Applications close: Monday 13th October 2025 at 8am.