Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander Business Trainee

Salary: Up to $45,128 per annum (Remuneration stated is for the full-time positions)

Work type: Temporary, Full-time

Program Duration: 12 months

Commencing: February 2027

Are you Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and keen to kickstart your career in business with the support of mob around you?

Brisbane City Council's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Traineeship Pathway program is an opportunity to gain experience in a professional business environment while working towards a nationally recognised qualification (Certificate III in Business).

As a Business Trainee, you'll gain hands-on experience while supporting a range of business functions across Council. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop practical workplace skills, build professional networks and gain valuable experience within one of Australia's largest local governments.

As part of our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), Brisbane City Council is committed to increasing First Nations representation in the workforce and creating culturally safe career pathways. Be part of a workplace that values culture, connection, and growth while building your skills for the future

About the team – Recruitment and Talent Acquisition (RTA)

Business Trainees may be placed within a range of Council teams, including:

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander team
• Recruitment and Talent Acquisition
• Business Engagement and Performance

Each placement offers exposure to different aspects of Council operations and provides an opportunity to develop valuable workplace skills while contributing to meaningful work.

As a trainee, your duties may include:

• Providing administrative support to a team.
• Assisting with document preparation and record management.
• Maintaining databases and business systems.
• Coordinating meetings, bookings and team activities.
• Supporting projects and operational initiatives.
• Assisting with customer and stakeholder enquiries.
• Preparing reports, correspondence and meeting materials.
• Working collaboratively with a range of teams across Council.

What’s in it for you?

• You’ll receive direct training from a One Mob Community of Inclusion Leadership Team Member in RTA
• A supportive mob within Council, including a dedicated traineeship coordinator who will walk alongside you on your journey.
• A structured training program with in-class learning and real-world business skills.
• The opportunity to build strong networks and gain valuable work experience.
• Ongoing career coaching and development opportunities.

What we’re looking for:

• Identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
• Keen to gain experience in a professional business setting.
• Reliable and organised, with good communication skills.
• Committed to completing your training modules throughout the year.
• Able to travel across Brisbane (some locations may not be serviced by public transport).

After completing the traineeship, you’ll have:

• A nationally recognised qualification (Cert III in Business).
• Practical experience to boost your career.
• The skills to apply for roles within Council or beyond.

Benefits of working for Council: CLICK HERE

How to apply:

To apply, simply submit your resume. No cover letter required.

Click on the 'I’m interested' button to complete your online application.

If you have any questions about the role, contact Marshal Nazareth at Marshal.Nazareth@brisbane.qld.gov.au.

The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) and s 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld). The position is therefore only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 18^th October 2026 at 11:55pm AEST.

Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion.