City of Moreton Bay are proud to be partnering with the Queensland Government in the Skilling Queenslanders for Work - First Start Traineeship program.

This program aims to provide young people and disadvantaged job seekers with an opportunity to join our team for 12 months within a traineeship position where you will develop new skills and experience whilst undertaking a nationally recognised qualification and contributing to our local community through paid employment.

To be eligible for this program, you will identify as one of the below job seekers:

• Young People (Aged 17–24 Years)
• Long-Term Unemployed Job Seekers
• Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander People
• Mature-Age Job Seekers (45 Years Or Older)
• Migrants And Refugees From Culturally And Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds
• People With A Disability
• Displaced Workers
• Women Re-Entering The Workforce
• Veterans And Ex-Service Personnel and their families

The details:

Our Wellbeing and Safety team are currently searching for a motivated Trainee to join their team!

This opportunity will see you finish your 12-month program with a nationally recognised Certificate III in Business and gain significant knowledge and skills through your practical experience.

As the trainee in our Wellbeing and Safety team, you will be responsible for diligently undertaking the requirements of the training program whilst also providing administrative support to the everyday tasks and projects the team have on the go. This may include assisting with:

• Electronically storing and updating records relating to safety training, compliance matters, injury and illness case management.
• Scheduling and coordinating onsite clinics for health surveillance.
• Maintaining health records and registers
• Monitoring and processing incoming and outgoing correspondence.
• Undertaking data entry and preparing basic reports with accuracy and proficiency.

In return, you will get invaluable mentoring and support from professionals in the wellbeing field, as they guide you through learning our systems, understanding the business support functions, and share their knowledge on what they see best practice safety and wellbeing within a workplace context.

About you

To be considered for the opportunity, you will: 

• meet the eligibility criteria outlined above per the Queensland Government in the Skilling Queenslanders for Work First Start Traineeship program guidelines
• be available for a June 2025 commencement date
• meet citizen, residency, and visa requirements to undertake a Traineeship.
• have the ability to complete the study requirements of a Certificate III in Business 
• have a genuine interest to gain administrative experience whilst learning more about Wellbeing and Safety in the workplace
• be able to work effectively as part of a team
• have a basic level of understanding with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Position Description 

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Why City of Moreton Bay?

What you do with your life matters. It’s the same with your career.

We’re the third-largest council in Australia and one of the fastest-growing areas. As Australia’s newest city, we’re building something that’s never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council.

This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time.

At City of Moreton Bay, we’re focused on the vital work we do today. But we’re also focused on the future. On what can be – for our city, our Council and your career.

Here’s what you’ll love about a career with us:

• See it. To build a city of the future, first, you have to see it. The polycentric city we’re building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability to our city. This is your chance to contribute to something that’s never been done before.
• Shape it. You’ll get hands-on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow. Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters – and it’s yours to shape and own.
• Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. And if you don’t live here, you’ll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better work-life balance with a nine-day (72.5-hour) fortnight, plus a hybrid, flexible working environment with some work-from-home days.
• Advance your skills and career through our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program.
• Get support when you and your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling service and Mates in Construction program.

Ready for a career that matters?

Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future.

Click on the 'Apply Now' button below to complete your online application. Please upload a current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements for this role.  You will also have the option to add a cover letter should you wish.

As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo a National Criminal History Check.

To obtain further details please contact our Careers team at careers@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. 

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