Trainee Project Administration

About UsKempsey Shire Council is located on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales and is known for its genuine hospitality, pristine beaches, sub-tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, rock river gorges, sprawling farmland and peaceful villages.The OpportunityAre you interested in learning about the ins and outs of Project Management whilst gaining a Nationally Recognised Qualification?Council’s Commercial Business team currently have a fantastic traineeship opportunity available for the right person to join their team. Reporting to the Coordinator Commercial Assets, the Trainee Project Administration will provide administrative support across a range of project deliverables, forming constructive and productive relationships within and externally to Council.To be successful in this position, you should possess your HSC or equivalent qualification; demonstrated customer service focus with good verbal and written communication skills; general computing skills encompassing spreadsheet and word processing; and ability to work as a member of a team, demonstrating the values of Council.On offerIn return, you will be rewarded by:Temporary, Full-time position, 35 hours per week with 19-day monthLearning and Development programsA supportive environment to complete your studiesA fantastic lifestyle and work life balance, with access to Fitness Passport Key accountabilities include Undertake training to secure a Diploma of Project Management certificate.Assist with preparation of Commercial Assets project documentation, including scope and timeframes.Assist with the administrative coordination of consultants and contractors.Assist with delivery of construction projects, including WHS compliance, risk management, procurement, governance and communications.Assist in the administrative coordination of maintenance and repairs for Property and Commercial Assets buildings, including obtaining quotations for works.For further information regarding this role please contact Monika Kompara on 02 6566 3200 How to ApplyYou must apply via Council’s webpage http://careers.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/ or through Seek.  Emailed or posted applications will not be considered.To download a copy of the Position Description, please click on the link at the bottom of the page.  It is important to read this carefully to understand what the job involves.Please click the Apply button below (or the Apply for this job button in Seek), complete the application form and provide the following information:A short statement (maximum 2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key accountabilities of the role.Your current resume which details your work experience and any other information that is relevant to this role as well as the contact details for two work related referees from a supervisor or Manager.We recommend you use Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome to submit your application.Applications close: Sunday, 12 September 2021 at 4pmYou will receive an e-mail to confirm your application has been received.NOTE:  All correspondence will occur by email.  Please ensure you check your emails regularly.If you experience any difficulties applying online, please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6566 3200 or email jobs@kempsey.nsw.gov.auThank you and good luck with your application.We are an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate our diverse workforce.Position Description AUD West Kempsey 2440