The Role:
In this traineeship you will provide administrative support to various finance teams. You will gain experience in the areas focusing on rates and property administration for over 100,000+ records with the opportunity to experience other areas such as accounts payable and receivable.
Traineeship will commence in mid-May 2026.
About You:
To be successful in this traineeship you will:
- Be reliable and able to follow work instructions Be organised and have an eye for detail
- Able to maintain confidentiality
- Have a genuine interest in financial operations
- Be prepared to work in a team and communicate well
- Be dedicated to completing a Nationally Accredited qualification
Your Host Employer:
Ipswich City Council is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state’s fastest growing city and oldest provincial city.
We have a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.
Eligibility:
As council’s traineeships are funded in part by the Queensland Government’s Skilling Queenslanders for Work – First Start initiative, there are eligibility criteria that need to be met.
To be eligible to obtain a certificate during the traineeship, you need to:
- Be a Queensland resident; and
- Be aged 15 years or older and no longer at school; and
- Be an Australian citizen or New Zealand citizen; or
- Have a valid passport and have a visa that allows you to work (permanent residence visa, temporary protection visa, or temporary residence visa); and
- Not have any existing qualifications in the field of study
You also need to be part of an identified disadvantaged group:
- Young people (aged 15-24 years), including those in and transitioned from out-of-home care
- Long term unemployed job seekers
- Mature-aged job seekers (aged 45 years or older)
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
- Migrants and refugees from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
- People with disability
- Displaced workers
- Women re-entering the workforce
- Veterans, ex-ADF personnel and their families
Pre employment checks:
Successful trainees must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment screening which may include a criminal history check, pre-employment medical and Q Fever vaccination.
Apply Now:
Applications close Friday 10th April
- Complete the mandatory screening questions
- Submit your current resume
- Submit a cover letter relevant to the role
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
This position is paid under the National Training Wage.
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