Start Something Great with Wollongong City Council !
Exciting Traineeship and Apprenticeship Opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
At Wollongong City Council, we recognise and value the strength, resilience, and knowledge that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples bring to our workplaces and our community. We continuously strive to create an Extraordinary Wollongong. We focus on the delivery of exceptional services, infrastructure and facilities for our community.
We currently have two amazing learning opportunities - perfect if you're looking to gain real-world skills, earn an income, and have your training paid for, all in a supportive and friendly work environment.
Available Roles:
Business Administration Trainee - Develop essential office and customer service skills, work alongside experienced professionals, and build confidence in a professional setting.
Formwork Carpenter Apprentice - Learn on the job with skilled tradespeople, working outdoors on real construction projects while completing your trade qualification.
These targeted positions are open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants and form part of our commitment to creating strong employment pathways in our community as outlined in our Reconciliation Action Plan & Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging Policy. Council holds an exemption under Section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
Why Apply?
- Earn while you learn
- Tuition is fully paid for
- Gain nationally recognised qualifications
- Supportive and fun team environment
- Real career development and mentoring
- Be supported in our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peer Collective
- Access mentoring and personal support throughout your training (FYI facilitated by Apprenticeship Support and/or mechanisms in our EA)
- Access NAIDOC Leave to participate in a NAIDOC event that is important to you
Come along to one of our online Information Sessions to learn more!
We'll walk you through what's involved in each program, what to expect, how to apply and you'll even get to meet your potential supervisor.
Registrations are essential-sign up now to secure your spot! Take the first step to starting something great.
Session 1
Wednesday 14th May 2025 from 5:30pm -6:30pm
Location: via MS Teams Register here
Session 2
Wednesday 21st May 2025 from 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Location: Wollongong Youth Services
85 Burelli Street, Wollongong New South Wales 2500
For more information, click on 'Apply' to be redirected to Wollongong City Council's job vacancy page.
Applications close at 11.59pm on Sunday 25 May 20205
Group Interviews will be held on 19th June 2025 at 11am ONLY
Wollongong City Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people in the community.
Applicants are required to undergo a rigorous employment screening process which will include Reference, Identity and Medical History Checks and confirmation of Aboriginality.
Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.