Place and Community | Regional WA
Position No: 045/2025Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Temporary Full-time (12 months)
Are you looking to kick-start your career in administration?
Are you ready to apply your excellent organisational and communication skills to exciting new challenges and learn from the best?
Our Business Traineeship is an ideal opportunity for individuals looking to take the first steps to a successful and fulfilling career within Local Government. The traineeship is based at the Mandurah Aquatic and Recreation Centre, and the trainee will work alongside our Administration Team gaining valuable hands-on industry experience while completing a nationally recognised qualification (Certificate III in Business).
You will gain practical knowledge and skills in business and financial administration, as well as developing customer service skills.
What does the ideal candidate bring to City of Mandurah?
Successful completion of Year 12 or a Certificate II in Business
Genuine interest in learning and working in an office environment
Be a confident communicator
Excellent presentation
Strong organisational skills
Self-motivated and keen to learn
High level of attention to detail
Ability to problem solve
Ability to follow instructions and take direction from a Supervisor
A strong team player
Reliable and hardworking
Computer skills and knowledge of MS Office software
Current driver’s licence
Police clearance (within 6 months of issue) or willingness to obtain one
The finer details
This full-time position attracts a salary range of $37,393 - $59,095 gross per annum, dependent on age. The traineeship lasts 12 months and is located at the Council’s Mandurah Aquatic and Recreation Centre on Pinjarra Road. Successful applicants will need to complete a full medical, including a drug and alcohol test.
Please note that the Aquatic Centre operates seven days a week, and the trainee will be required to work weekends, mornings, and evenings.
To apply, please visit our Careers page at www.mandurah.wa.gov.au. You must include:
A cover letter telling us about yourself, why you are interested in the position, addressing the specific criteria listed above, and how this traineeship will help with your career ambitions
A resume
For further information or inquiries, please contact Candice Pike at (08) 9550 3668. Applications are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. The vacancy may close without notice, so we recommend applying as soon as possible.
The City of Mandurah is committed to increasing workforce diversity to better meet customer needs and improve equal opportunity outcomes. For these positions, we apply Section 50(d) and 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984; therefore, Aboriginality is considered essential. This traineeship supports the Council Reconciliation Action Plan, aiming to improve Indigenous employment opportunities. Candidates must reside in Mandurah.
Why work with us?
You will be working for the City of Mandurah, an employer of choice and one of Western Australia’s fastest-growing local authorities. Our vision is “Woven by waterways, a City with a village heart,” and our values include connectedness, integrity, excellence, courage, and innovation.
We are dedicated to creating and maintaining a child-safe organization where protecting children and preventing harm is embedded in everyday practice.
Advantages of working for the City include:
City pays for compulsory course costs
Free recreation centre membership
Uniform supplied
Competitive salary
Superannuation contributions with additional matching contributions
Employee Assistance Program for confidential support
Casey MihovilovichChief Executive Officer
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