TRAINEESHIP – CERT III in LOCAL GOVERNMENT

📍 Eaton | 🕘 Full-time (monthly RDO) | 🎓 Get paid to learn | 12 months fixed term

Not sure what career path to take yet? This traineeship is a great way to get your foot in the door, learn on the job, and figure out what you enjoy — while getting paid and gaining a qualification.

In partnership with the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) Regional Traineeship Program, the Shire of Dardanup is offering an exciting 12‑month full‑time Administration Traineeship for someone ready to start their career and learn how a workplace really works.

Our commitment:

This traineeship is designed to provide opportunities for people who may have experienced barriers to employment, education or training. We strongly encourage applications from people who: 

• Did not complete Year 12 or experienced barriers to completing secondary education
• Have experienced extended periods of unemployment or underemployment
• Have had limited opportunities to gain formal work experience
• Are returning to the workforce following caring responsibilities or other career interruptions
• Identify as belonging to priority community groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and young people facing disadvantage

If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply. We value potential, willingness to learn and commitment more than previous experience.

Important note: Due to funding guidelines, this traineeship is not available to gap year students intending to attend university.

✅ Entry‑level opportunity with training and support

✅ Earn while you learn

✅ Gain a Certificate III in Local Government

What’s the opportunity?

• Full-time traineeship (76 hours per fortnight)
• Paid work + paid study time
• Certificate III in Local Government
• Primarily based at our Eaton Administration Centre
• Start building skills employers actually want

You’ll be part of our team from day one, learning how local government operates and gaining hands‑on experience across different areas of the Shire.

What you’ll learn

You’ll rotate through different teams and learn skills in:

• Customer service and office administration
• Answering phones, emails and creating service requests
• Data entry, filing and document management
• Supporting different departments across the Shire
• Workplace communication, teamwork and organisation

All while completing your Certificate III in Local Government within 12 months.

You must be able to commence by 11 January 2027.

What we’re really looking for

We’re not expecting you to know everything — we’ll teach you. You will bring:

✅ A positive attitude

✅ Willingness to learn and act on feedback

✅ Reliability and a good work ethic

✅ Confidence using computers, including email and office applications

✅ Ability to work well with others

✅ The ability and aptitude to successfully complete a Certificate III in Local Government within the 12‑month traineeship period

If you’re keen, motivated, and ready to learn in a workplace environment, we want to hear from you.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive trainee pay*
• Superannuation co‑contributions
• Discounted access to our 24‑hour gym
• Corporate wellness and health insurance discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing learning and development support

About the Shire

Join the Shire of Dardanup – where stunning rural scenery meets a growing urban centre in Eaton. Just minutes from Bunbury and surrounded by the Collie River and Leschenault Estuary, our region offers an unbeatable lifestyle and strong career opportunities. With the new city of Wanju set to become a major growth hub, there’s never been a better time to be part of our team.

Ready to apply?

🌐Click apply at the top of this page

📧 Upload your resume and cover letter outlining any qualifications you already have (if any) plus why you’ll be a great fit for our team.

🗓 Applications close: 9am Monday 30 November 2026

Questions? Call HR on 08 9724 0362

The Shire of Dardanup reserves the right to commence the selection process prior to the close of applications. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to all opportunities available. People of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are strongly encouraged to apply.

*Age rates apply for applicants under 21 years of age*