About the role In this role, you will gain experience working in a large organisation that supports the local community. These 12-month traineeships in either business administration, information technology, early childhood or horticulture provide an opportunity for personal and professional growth, by nurturing and developing your skills to support your career path in an area of your interest. These traineeships are designated roles for First Nations people, which are designed to help eliminate inequalities for groups that may experience significant disadvantage when it comes to employment. City of Greater Geelong recognises the value of the diversity and strength of First Nations cultures to the heritage of all Australians and encourages First Nations people to apply. Key responsibilities include: Assist in undertaking tasks to support your team that develop skills in accountability, digital literacy, communication and/or organisation. Follow all reasonable directions given by the Team Leader and other more senior staff in accordance with operational requirements to a regular or modified instruction as required. Participate in team meetings and display values of a team member. Attend the course training and undertake the study required for your course and develop skills in self-management, accountability, and proactive learning. About you To be successful in this opportunity, you will have a keen interest in working as a part of a team. You will be committed to the learning outcomes of the traineeship which will see you obtain a qualification in an area of your interest. Through support and guidance, you will demonstrate resilience and accountability for personal and professional growth. The health and safety of our people is our highest priority. It is our current policy to ask for your COVID-19 vaccination status. You have the right not to disclose your vaccination status, and successful candidates who are not vaccinated or do not want to disclose will go through a simple risk assessment process. If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now Create our future together at the City of Greater Geelong At the City of Greater Geelong, we are committed to working together for a thriving community. We do this by delivering over 130 services to our rapidly growing population and working hard to protect and improve what it is that makes Greater Geelong on Wadawurrung Country such a great place to live, work and study. We’re going through an exciting period of change that will help us serve our community better. From digital modernisation to the contemporary, sustainable office we've built in Central Geelong, now more than ever is a great time to join our team at the City of Greater Geelong. Our Community is made up of diverse people from all walks of life, and it’s important to us that our workforce represents and celebrates this strength. We encourage great people from all backgrounds to join us. We encourage authenticity, because inclusion makes us stronger. If you’re excited about working together to create a Clever and Creative Greater Geelong, and joining a workplace where all people can thrive, then hit apply – we’d love to meet you These traineeships are designated roles for First Nations people, which are designed to help eliminate inequalities for groups that may experience significant disadvantage when it comes to employment. A career with us Central Geelong-based City employees are now based in our new Civic Precinct, Wurriki Nyal. Meaning ‘speak and talk together’ in local Wadawurrung language. Wurriki Nyal sets the benchmark for what a sustainable, inclusive and culturally safe workplace can be, including industry leading sustainability standards, a flexible and people-focused design, safe and inclusive spaces and public realm. We’re committed to supporting better accessibility for our customers and our people. We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process, as well as how this role can be flexible for you. We offer: salary sacrificing and novated lease options cultural and ceremonial leave study leave paid parental leave (16 weeks primary and six weeks secondary) and superannuation payments on all 52 weeks primary parental leave IVF, surrogate and miscarriage bereavement leave training and career development opportunities a healthy and safe environment our employee wellbeing program corporate membership rates at Swim Sport and Leisure facilities unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning Applications and Enquiries Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position. Enquiries: Brett Farmer, First Nations Employment & Engagement Officer | 5272 4348 | brett.farmergeelongcity.vic.gov.au Click the Apply button to submit your application or find out more about this opportunity. 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