Benefits:
- Complete nationally recognised Certificate III in Business (Administration)
- Full time role, Monday to Friday – 38 hours per week
- Entry level opportunity to start a meaningful career in local government
- Gain hands on experience in a professional office environment
- Structured career growth through a professional development program
Your Host Employer:
Redland City Council proudly serves the Redlands Coast community, delivering essential services and shaping a thriving, sustainable region. With over 1,000 employees across diverse teams, we maintain roads, parks, waterways, and islands, and provide services like waste, water, libraries, and community events.
Ranked among Queensland’s Top 5 local government areas for wellbeing, Redlands is a great place to live, work, and grow. We value diversity and inclusion, ensuring every team member feels respected, supported, and able to contribute their best.
The Role:
Location: Cleveland QLD
Duration: 12-month Traineeship
Start Date: February 2026
As a Business Administration Trainee, you’ll provide vital administrative support across council operations. You’ll learn from experienced mentors, develop practical skills, and build a strong foundation for your future career.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide general administrative support across the team
- Use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and tools like Teams and SharePoint
- Assist with basic reporting and data tasks
- Help manage user accounts and respond to support requests
- Learn and use the Asset Management system for daily tasks
- Support the Learning & Development Team with creating training materials
- Learn about Strategic Asset and Funding Management (SAFM)
As part of your Traineeship, you’ll join Redland City Council’s Professional Development Program, giving you structured learning, networking opportunities, and exposure to Council-wide operations.
About You:
To be successful in this Traineeship, you will be:
- Passionate about learning and building practical business skills in a real workplace
- Reliable and enthusiastic, with a positive attitude toward new challenges
- Comfortable working with others and happy to take initiative when working alone
- A clear and friendly communicator, both in person and online
- Organised and able to manage your time well, even when things get busy
- Willing to learn new technology and systems, including Microsoft Office and other business tools
Role Requirements:
- Driver’s licence and reliable vehicle (desirable)
- Strong computer and typing skills, including Microsoft Office
- Be willing to complete a pre-employment functional assessment
- Previous experience in administration or customer service (desirable)
About Maxima:
Maxima is a leading Group Training Organisation – we manage recruitment, placement and ongoing support of trainees and apprentices on behalf of our host employers. We aim to help you kick-start your career into the job or industry of your choice, boost your employment credentials and equip you with the skills and knowledge to be able to succeed in the future.
For further information please visit our website www.maxima.com.au
Note: candidates must meet the criteria outlined in the Skilling Queenslanders for Work First Start guidelines. Suitability will be assessed in line with these requirements.
This position is paid under the National Training Wage.
Redland City Council gratefully acknowledges the funding provided by the Department of Trade, Employment and Training under the First Start Program.
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