Information and Communications Technology Trainee

About Us
At Penrith City Council, we're passionate about people; in our community and in our workplace. We want you to be able to be your best self and we get that work is just one part of your life, so we're here to support you in the moments that matter. As the winner of the 2020 Local Government Excellence in People and Culture Award and an Excellence Award winner in the 2020 Australian HR Awards, you can be confident in joining a workplace that offers truly outstanding benefits, including:

• A range of flexible work arrangements
• Health and wellbeing leave
• 15 days personal leave
• Diverse salary packaging
• And much, much more

Information and Communications Technology (ICT) is responsible for the provision of ICT services across the organisation through business solutions, infrastructure/systems integration, spatial information systems, project management, internal ICT customer service and strategy delivery.

Our team of ICT Professionals are passionate about working with new technologies and delivering change through quality ICT services. As part of our team you will inspire, advocate and champion the effective use of innovative technologies across the organisation.

About The Role
Are you looking for an opportunity to kick-start your career in Information Technology?

Penrith City Council is looking to employ a committed, enthusiastic and passionate individual to undertake a 2 year traineeship in the ICT department commencing. Your positive attitude, willingness to learn and strong customer focus will be highly valued in this fast paced dynamic team.

During this traineeship, you will have the opportunity to combine study with on-the-job training and earn while you learn You will complete a Certificate III in Information Technology whilst gaining valuable information and industry experience in a supportive environment.

How to Apply
Applicants are required to submit comprehensive responses to the selection criteria (listed below) as a part of their initial application. Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria will not be considered.

Essential Criteria

• Ability to demonstrate a keen interest in Information and Communications Technology
• Ability to commit to the completion of required study (including attending TAFE, independent study and submission of coursework) and work at the same time
• Ability to take on tasks as directed by supervisors
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Demonstrated experience in being proactive and taking initiative in the workplace
• High level written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer and clerical skills such as Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
• Current Class C Driver Licence

To be eligible to apply for this position, you must:

• Not hold a qualification in the related field of Information and Communications Technology.
• Must be an Australian C itizen or Permanent Resident.
• Upload your resume and cover letter.
• Answer the Essential listed above within your application.

Salary:
Starting from $827.40 per week, plus 12% Superannuation.

You may be required to undertake background checks, as relevant to the position for which you have applied.

Visit to view the position description and to find out more information about employment with Penrith City Council. To submit your application, please apply online using the link below.

Completed applications must be received by 11:55 PM on the closing date.
Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for the processing of your application.

For further information about the position, please contact Moe Merhebi on

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.