Trainee/Apprentice/Cadet/Graduate Program
Bankstown City Council offers our Trainee, Apprentice, Cadet and Graduate a dynamic work environment, on-going professional development, and a supportive on-the-job training as well as a competitive entry salary.
How do I apply?
These opportunities are advertised each year from 1st September in the local Bankstown newspapers, the Sydney Morning Herald, www.seek.com.au and on our website www.bankstown.nsw.gov.au.
Successful applicants will commence work in January of the following year.
Traineeship
As a trainee at Bankstown City Council, you will complete Certificate III (minimum) at TAFE in a related field to your work placement. This provides you with the theory to support your job. A traineeship lasts 12 months.
Traineeship checklist:
- I've completed Year 12
- I have a positive attitude
- I'm motivated to succeed
- I want to learn new skills and continually gain new knowledge
- I enjoy interacting with others and working in a team
- I've got good communication skills
Apprenticeship
An apprenticeship lasts four years, during which time you will get hands-on experience with qualified tradespeople. You'll also receive formal off-the-job training at TAFE. At the end of the apprenticeship you will obtain a TAFE trade certificate IV in your chosen field.
Apprenticeship checklist:
- I've completed Year 1
- I would like to learn a trade
- I'm a hard worker
- I have a positive attitude
- I'm motivated to succeed
- I want to learn new skills and gain new knowledge
- I enjoy interacting with others and working in a team
Cadetship
As a cadet you will work 4 days a week at Council while studying your undergraduate degree on a part-time basis (1 day a week). You can be in your 2nd, 3rd or final year of study. A cadetship lasts 12 months.
Benefits of cadetships:
- Build relevant work experience while studying
- Learn from experienced professionals
- Build relationships and network
- Apply what you are learning in a safe and supportive environment
- Gain knowledge and experience in preparation for future opportunities
Graduate
As a graduate, you will have completed your tertiary education and looking for your first step in the workforce. A graduate role lasts 12 months.
Benefits of graduate roles:
- Build your work experience
- Learn from experienced professionals
- Build relationships and networks
- Apply what you have learnt in a safe and supportive environment
- Discover your on the job potential
- Gain knowledge and experience in preparation for future opportunities
Your options (this list may vary from year to year);
- Horticulture
- Electrical
- Carpentry
- Plumbing
- Mechanics
- Sign writing/Painting
- Finance
- Town planning
- Engineering
- Records Management
- Administration
- Waste Management
- Customer Service
- Media Journalism
- Community Development
- Recreation